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Get Out!

It's summertime, we're mostly vaxed, so we've collected some of our best hikes for you.

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La Vita Bella

Indulge in the beauty of outdoor living, Southern California style, at Make It Better Media founder Susan Noyes' family compound.

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A longtime real estate and design team create the ultimate modern ranch home in Glen Ellen.

IN MARIN

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Foiling is the new summer sport; Juneteenth in the Bay Area; a takeout solution to lighten the load on landfill and a bevy of cookbooks from local authors. Local

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EAT & DRINK

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What’s Hot: Picnics at the Park

This season’s go-to spots to pick up all of your alfresco-eating essentials.

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Dine

Listings of Marin and San Francisco restaurants — lots of outdoor dining, takeout and delivery options.

MARIN HOME

A quirky floorplan didn't stop this San Anselmo couple from creating their own serene abode.

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A fresh look at internationally famous artist and onetime Marin resident Sam Francis.

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Oh, the twin joys of summer’s arrival and outdoor living! We appreciate them more than ever — because of the sharp contrast to this time last year. Don’t you feel the same?

Good news abounds. As our population rapidly gets vaccinated, the CDC proclaims unmasked life outdoors to be relatively safe. Kids and families untether from Zoom learn ing. Social justice concerns are being addressed. The economy is reopening and “Help Wanted” signs are popping back up. Home sales are hot, hot, hot. And so are home and landscape improvements. Oh, the joy of this summer’s arrival and the potential of a robust life

Weoutdoors!hopethat you will relish and be inspired by this issue. We make it easier than ever to envision fabulous home improve ments, find the best hikes, fun and food, support organizations and shops full of local treasures. We proudly share your passions, environmental concerns, artistry, good deeds and love of community.

As always, if you like what you read in this print issue, you will love what you find online. Marinmagazine.com is the definite source for a well-lived life in this community.

Speaking of our team, we gratefully announce that Mimi Towle has transitioned to the position of Editor-atLarge. She’s giving up her full-time Editor-in-Chief gig to enjoy greater freedom in the broader world post pandemic. But, she has promised to stay close to this community that she has so beautifully served for more than a decade at the magazine. You will see her column in every issue going forward, bringing insight similar to that found in her articles on pages 38 and 57.

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California born abstract expressionist painter Sam Francis, is regarded as one of the 20th century’s leading interpreters of light and color. Sam Francis maintained studios in Bern, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tokyo, making him the first post World War II Ameri can painter whose reach was truly international. Throughout a long and prolific career, Francis created thousands of paintings as well as works on paper, prints, and monotypes. His work holds references to Abstract Expressionism, Color Field painting, Chinese and Japanese art, Impressionism, and his own Bay Area roots. Sam Francis’ later life was divided between Santa Monica and West Marin. He is buried in a small cemetery in Olema, Marin County.

Robert Green Fine Arts, established 1969, exhibits primarily painterly, abstract expressive work by painters that thoroughly take advantage of the sensually evocative nature of color and form.

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The Modern Eco-Warrior

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Getting Out

BY CHRISTINA MUELLER

EAT & DRINK Beach Chalet

After the pandemic forced an extended closure of San Francisco’s Beach Chalet, Mill Valley’s Lara Graham Truppelli, who also runs Gravity Tavern in Mill Valley, recently reopened the iconic oceanfront spot, using the downtime to

reimagine everything from the menu to the seating arrangements.

Look for classic American fare (Louie salad, Maine lobster roll) and updated options (seared ahi sandwich with kohlrabi kimchee, grilled branzino with garlic and chorizo paella) and those eternal views over the Pacific.

1000 Great Highway, San 415.386.8439;Francisco; beachchalet.com

Mint n Chili

The former BBQ ‘n’ Curry House, tucked into a corner between Target and CVS in the shopping center in Marin City, quietly changed its name and menu as Covid-19 bore down. Owner Shahid Paracha fuses Indian and Pakistani food traditions with

Marin’s love of burritos, tacos and bowls and developed a menu with a tandoori soul and curry at its heart . A s before, all meat is halal. A makeover of the interior is in the works.

160 Donahue St, Sausalito; 415.289.0786; mintnchili.com

Waldscraft Cottage Bakery

Like everyone else, Stacey startedWaldspurgermakingsour

dough when Covid-19 brought everything to a halt last spring. Realizing that her joy in sharing her creations with others matched a need to reinvent her career to support kids at home (all the time), she launched a bakery out of her Mill Valley house. Rosemary olive oil, seeded rye and country bread are consistent favorites while chocolate and brown sugar fudge, apple cake and blueberry muf fins a re brunchy options. 57 Meadow Drive, Mill Valley; 415.306.1575; waldscraft.com

La Cocina MarketplaceMunicipal

Seven entrepreneurs from the Bay Area nonprofit kitchen incuba tor La Cocina opened the first women-led

food hall in April in San Francisco’s San101Palomaorinbookchefs’welcometakeoutplate.inarethereflectsNepaleseegalesesines,neighborhood.TenderloinThecuirangingfromSen-andMexicantoandAlgerian,thediversityofneighborhoodandbestexperiencedeachstand’sdaily$5Whilecurrentlyonly,itwillsoonalltositatthecounters,readawiththeirchildrenthecommunityspaceenjoyadrinkattheLabar.HydeSt,Francisco; lacocinamarketplace.com

The Tailor’s Son

Inspired as much by his father’s profession as his Milanese childhood, restaurateur Adriano Paganini’s Back of the House group opened christina@makeitbetter.com.

a new restaurant in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood earlier this spring that highlight s the ingdishesuncomplicatedsimple,Italianhegrewupeat-

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O f course there is risotto alla Milanese with saffron, bone marrow and ossobuco, but the veggie-centric menu also includes spinach sformato with truffled pecorino and chicory alla Romana with anchovygarlic dressing plus a Tailor’s martini, finished with balsamic vinegar. 2049 Fillmore St, San 415.673.7200;Francisco; thetailorssonsf.com

The impossibly soft fabrics in the lounge wear from a brand that launched in San Francisco made opening an outpost to experience them IRL at the Marin Country Mart in Larkspur a must for owner and Mill Valley resident Mike Natenshon. The shop, which premiered in March, carries California casual clothes and ac cessories for the whole family, but the brand is perhaps best-known on social for the antics of its 1969 VW bus.

2257 Larkspur Land ing Circle, 415.236.4895;Larkspur; marinelayer.com

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Johann Paul Fine Jewelry

Marin natives and jewelry store protégés Sophie Priolo and Lucas

Priolo continue the tradition of bridal pieces, stacking rings and beau tiful colored gemstones at Greenbrae’s Bon Air Center by reopening the shop with the same name that has done business there for over 40 years. The siblings also run Sofia Jewelry in Mill Valley, a business their parents began in 2721994.Bon Air Center, 415.461.1866;Greenbrae; jewelry.comjohannpaulfine

Papaia

CEO and Founder Kiana Melendez designed a space where women could find eco-friendly and nontoxic products

to take care of their entire body, including their most intimate places. From butt balm and nipple cream to undie wash and hot flash patches, her shop at Corte Madera’s Town Center carries her per sonally tested favorite products for use from top to bottom.

111 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte 415.272.5449;Madera; papaia.co

Faherty

Expanding to Marin was a no-brainer for owners and twin brothers Alex and Mike, and Alex’s wife, Kerry Faherty, the namesakes behind this New York-based clothing brand. Their shop at the Village at Corte Madera Town Center sells sustain ably minded, comfort able and high-quality

accessories, blankets, swimwear and clothes, such as a line of Essen tial Pants for men and an Arlie Day Jumpsuit for 415.758.7039;Hwy,1629women.RedwoodCorteMadera;

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WELLNESS

By the Bay Health

Known for its hospice, palliative care and inhome health care servic es, Hospice by the Bay recently rebranded as By the Bay Health. The nonprofit, founded 45 years ago as Hospice of Marin, made the change to more accurately reflect their breadth of services, which also include grief counseling and pediatric care.

17 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Larkspur; 415.927.2273; bythebayhealth.org

Christina Mueller has been in food media for over 10 years. Her work has appeared in many print and online publications including Sunset magazine, Edible Communities, and Eater, among others.

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AIR OF EARTH, combining ancient techniques with a modern aesthetic for custom and ready-to-wear jewelry. For those seeking to mix up their usual jewelry with something playful, unique and lovingly handcrafted. Adornment with Intention.

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IF YOU LIKE WATER, you’ll love this “Waterfall” wedding band with stippled finishof 14K yellow gold over 1 carat total weight of flush and bead set diamonds.

STEPHAN-HILL JEWELRY DESIGNERS 1226 Fourth Street, San Rafael, 415.459.5808, stephan-hill.com

BELINDA JEWELRYWICKWIRE is your destination for your summertime jewelry looks. The store is filledwith beautiful antique and repurposed jewelry, mixing the old with the new. Come on by for a truly unique shopping experience.

BELINDA WICKWIRE JEWELRY 526 San Anselmo Ave., San Anselmo, 415.785.7519 Belinda@belindawickwirejewelry.com instagram.com/belindawickwirejewelry

ICE POPPY, making hand crafted bike bags in Mill Valley since 2013. If you love to ride the trails of Mt. Tam or just take a leisurely ride, our hand made bike bags are a great way to quickly access your essential items.

ICE POPPY icepoppy@yahoo.com, 415.608.1004, icepoppy.com

Foil Surfing’s Various Forms

around the word is the handheld wing/sail. Just two short years ago, Ken Winner of Duotone Kites began experimenting with a handheld wing that has just exploded on the water sports market. It allowed people to get foiling in very light winds without all the hassle of windsur fi ng equipment. The wing is extremely intuitive and much safer than kiting and kite foiling, and it’s called wingsur fi ng. It’s light years safer than kiting and more intuitive than windsur fi ng. Major kite companies are selling 20 wings for every kite and wind enthusiast are jumping on the wingboarding foil train. The secret is the lift of the wing. Once the wing achieves enough forward motion, it then generates enough lift that the board or boat is lifted off he water, escaping the drag caused by the wetted surface area. At that point, the craft accelerates and the board rides smoothly above the surface of the water.

E-Foil: For those who want to glide in style without the surf or sails to deal with, e-foiling is your best option. It is also the fastest and easiest way to learn to foil because it teaches the balance that is required to be stable when you are on foil. In 2013, Nick Leason — an engineer and avid surfer — ca me up with the idea for the e-foil, applying technology from smart phones, electric vehicles and even drones into a board that would let its rider fly above any body of water without needing to be propelled by wind or waves.

Foil Boards are creating an hydrodynamic evolution revolutionizing virtually every aspect of water sports. Foiling has in fi ltrated windsur fi ng, kiting, prone and stand-up paddle sur fi ng — and if you’ve had to do a double take driving or walking past a human on a hovercraft in the bay, you’ve seen the latest adaptation, the e-foil.

Surf: Foiling in the surf took off ver 15 years ago when legendary waterman Laird Hamilton was experimenting , fi rst on a product called an air chair. He eventually mounted a foil to the bottom of a sur fb oard, which he skillfully rode on the 50-foot waves of Pehi (Jaws) on Maui. When footage of this appeared in the 2004 movie, Riding Giants, people paid attention. Soon, others began to mount foils on all types of surf craft. Stand-up paddle foiling and prone foiling began popping up at surf breaks all over the world. By swinging their arms and pumping their legs, these athletes create their own momentum to catch a wave, kick out and pump the board on to the next wave of their liking.

Wind: On the wind side, you need to look no further than the America’s Cup, where monohull boats that typically never go above 10 miles an hour are now reaching speeds of 60 miles per hour. On a smaller scale, windsur fi ng and kite sur fi ng foils allowed high performance speed at lower wind speeds, as well as an escape from the pounding on the surface of the water, resulting in a smooth and quiet

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Father Figure

Meet Dr. Jeff oehm, the CEO of Sausalito’s Marine Mammal Center — and one of our favorite local dads.

This Father’s Day, we’re recognizing 10 local men who are notable not only for the work they do in their day jobs, but also for the role they play at home as devoted dads. From CEOs and civic leaders to small business owners, these overachievers share their favorite memories of fatherhood and some helpful advice for fellow dads. First up is Dr. Jeff oehm, CEO of the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito. See more local dads we love online!

Dr. Jeff Boehm, CEO, The Marine Mammal Center Boehm was once an intern at The Marine Mammal Center, an experience that made a lasting impression. Years later as CEO, he now leads a team of more than 100 staff embers and 1,300 volunteers, and works to expand the organization’s mission to advance global ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, scienti fic research and education. As father to Ty, nearly 18, and Tamara, 15, with his partner, Keith Rosenthal, Boeh m fi nds it challenging to single out just one favorite memory of fatherhood. “I’ll share a few,” he says. “Epic road trips reaching north to British Columbia and south into the Southwest desert; dinner table conversations where the adults nobly try t o fi nd substantive and meaningful discussion and the effort virtually always collapses into ridiculous laughter; reading to both kids every night when they were really young.” Whatever the activity, it’s the one-on-one time spent talking to his kids that is particularly meaningful for Boehm. His best advice for new dads: “Stay in the moment, and don’t chase the milestones,” he says. “In the blink of an eye, ‘I can’t wait for her to walk!’ is followed by ‘she’s entering high school!?’” LA

JuneteenthCelebrating

Last year, the killing of African-Americans including George Floyd and Breonna Taylor by police officers sparked protests over systemic racism across the nation. To raise awareness and demonstrate their commitment to equity and social jus tice, many communities around the Bay Area have taken a step forward to officially recognize Juneteeth, the oldest celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth, which originated in Galveston, Texas, in 1865, is now celebrated nationally on June 19.

In Santa Clara County last fall, supervisors voted unani mously to declare Juneteenth an official county holiday — a first among California counties — funded by a $2.3 million reserve that the board approved last August. Starting this year, Juneteenth will be a paid holiday for Santa Clara County employees. Here in Marin County, the board of supervisors adopted a resolution recognizing Juneteenth 2020 in honor of the memories of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and other African-American victims of police brutality and sys temic

Thisracism.year, Bay Area residents will celebrate Juneteenth — both virtually and in person — with parades, performances, inspirational speakers, food and music. Check with your local chamber of commerce to learn about any Juneteenth events planned in your community. LA

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Dr. Jeff Boehm (left) and partner Keith Rosenthal with their children, Ty and Tamara

Bay Area Cookbooks for How We Live Now

REVIEWED BY CHRISTINA MUELLER

After a year-plus of Covid-19 constraints, Bay Area residents are emerging from their homes and kitchens, ready for spring’s sunshine-y brightness. Local authors, chefs and other creatives have been busily considering what we want to eat now, using the pandemic’s time-stretched year to cook, write, paint and otherwise engage with our brave new world. Opportunities to reimagine food and cooking, to envision a di fferent future, and to look more deeply into our shared experiences have yielded a bounty of books that help us understand how we live — and eat — today. Yes, there are plenty of recipes in these pages, but also a question: Where have you been and where are you going?

We hope these books inspire a new journey, a trip that tantalizes your taste buds and your intellect and takes you through spring’s uncertainties with grace, deliciousness and more than a little curiosity.

The Flour Craft Bakery & Café Cookbook

By Heather Hardcastle Hardcastle opened her first gluten-free bakery in San Anselmo in 2013 and immediately found a following for her decadent treats. With her first cook book, Hardcastle reveals the secrets behind her successful bakeries. Seventyfive recipes cover everything from sweets to savory fare appropriate for breakfast and lunch.

Table With a View: The History and Recipes of Nick’s Cove

By Dena Grunt

Penned by the proprietor of Nick’s Cove and Cottages, this cookbook features recipes from executive chef Kua Speer and other chefs interspersed with the stories behind Nick’s magic, as well as shout-outs to local spirit-makers, fisherman, the Coast Miwok and others who in fluenced what is on the table.

Half the Sugar, All the Love: A Family Cookbook

Jennifer Tyler Lee and Anisha Patel, MD, MSPH

Kicking out the sugar while keeping the flavor is the admi rable goal of this cookbook from a Stanford associate professor and a healthy food advocate. The authors invite readers to make small changes while develop ing an awareness of the many foods where sugar lurks. Recipes are designed to retrain our brains to think di fferently.

Mister Jiu’s in ByChinatownBrandonJew and Tienlon Ho

Chef Brandon Jew embraces the cross-over techniques that have defined ChineseAmerican food since the middle of the 19th century.

He gives you all the details to make the dishes he serves at Mister Jiu’s, including the Chinese names for many of the ingredients. The chef also discusses provenance, which feels refreshing.

Gather: ByCountryCookingCasualfromWineGardensJanetFletcher

Known for her passion for cheese, Fletcher is also an avid gardener and designed a cook book around 13 Northern California wineries and the amazing onsite gardens at each. It’s a coffee table cookbook of the first order with gorgeous multi-page spreads introducing each family and their garden. Wine pairing and garden tips dot each story.

We Are What We Eat

By Alice Waters

Waters is no stranger to writ ing cookbooks but 2021 finds the chef best known for her work revolutionizing our approach to sourcing local foods at Berkeley’s Chez Panisse in a more contempla tive state. Her latest book defines her manifesto, posi tioning fast food culture against slow food culture while pointing out that how we eat is how we live.

Always Home: A Daughter’s Recipes and Stories

By Fanny Singer

Less well-known than her famous mother, Singer takes the reader inside life at the Waters-Singer house, captur ing the small moments that make a life. Singer expands a meditation on the beauty of a three-minute egg into a recipe, a strategy that works for each chapter, but gives the book a feel like her mom’s manifesto.

Technically Food: Inside Silicon Valley’s Mission to Change What We Eat

By Larissa Zimberoff

This Marin resident brings together her interest in excel lent food and her skill as an investigative reporter cover ing the intersection of food and tech. She digs in on the businesses that are changing food, uncovering their origin stories while questioning whether processed foods really are what we want.

Knights of the Kitchen Table

By Castle in the Air Chef-artist-owner Karima Cammell offers classes and exhibitions at her Berkeley creative studio, Castle in the Air. Released on Valentine’s Day, this pandemic cookbook is the culmination of a year teaching free classes on Instagram, a remote feast and a celebration of a most challenging year. The recipes are all submitted by students and reflect their journey as artists.

How to Cook Healthier

By Anja Lee Wittels

The owner of both catering and cooking class companies in San Francisco, Wittels knows a thing or two about teaching and cooking. She applies those skills in a book designed to streamline the process of getting healthier foods on the table. Essential techniques and recipes receive equal billing as meal and snack recipes.

Why We Cook

By Lindsay Gardner

Oakland-based artist

Lindsay Gardner designed a book that takes an expansive look at food and cooking as experienced by women’s andcontributions,culinaryachievementsstories.Thebook

weaves together profi les of chefs, farm educators, writers and many others, with essays, conversations and recipes sprinkled in, as well as Gardner’s hand-drawn illustrations throughout. Chapters on memorable meals from Amanda Saab (founder of Dinner With Your Muslim Neighbor), Ruth Reichel (former editor in chief of Gourmet), and others touch on the breadth of the American experience of food and sharing a meal together. If Gardner’s goal is to inspire conversations and build bridges to each other, the 112 culinary interpreters captured here are a bold and beautiful step to lasting change.

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Do you struggle with the pile up of takeout containers you intend to reuse, but never do? Us too. Dispatch Goods, an East Bay company that offers reusable containers to restaurants, just might be the answer. Launched in December 2019 at the Yelp headquarters, Dispatch Goods has expanded to the East Bay and San Francisco, and Bungalow 44 is the first restaurant to participate in Marin. Co-owner Peter Schumacher was a bit worried at first that the customers would not want to pay the extra $5 surcharge or clean out the containers, so to get the program started, they are only charging $2. “We believe it will catch on though, and our customers will appreciate it and maybe order even more from us,” Schumacher says. “We also want to help save the world, one step at a time. Takeout boxes have taken an enormous toll on the environment, especially since the pandemic.” Dispatch Goods follows the recommended protocol from the Health Department, which means washing everything twice and placing the clean containers into seals for redistribution. MT

HOKA Men’s Stinson ATR 6; $160 ArchRival Sports, Mill Valley; archrivalsports.com Perfect for a run on the trail or the beach — it’s named after a local beach, after all — this all-terrain shoe boasts a cushy underfoot experience.

Sears Point Racing Experience, KTM X-Bow Experience; from $1,295 Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma; searspointracing.com

Get Dad’s adrenaline pumping by gifting him with a couple of laps around the track at Sonoma Raceway in a state-of-the-art race car.

FATHER’S DAY FINDS

BY LOTUS ABRAMS

Festival Beer Box; from $40 East Brother Beer Co, Richmond; eastbrotherbeer.com Help Dad recreate the beer festival experience at home with this box that includes a variety six-pack of 16-ounce beers, a pretzel necklace, stickers, buttons and a taster cup.

Bagged Coffee; from $16 Equator Coffees, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Sausalito; equatorcoffees.com

Whether you choose the best-selling Equator Blend or a single-origin variety, this local fave’s sustainable, socially responsibility coffee is sure to please.

Wingsurfing Rigs; from $800 101 Surf Sports, San Rafael; 101surfsports.com Turn a stand-up paddleboard or foil board into

a wing-surfer with an easy-to-use inflatable rig that packs up smaller than your average backpack.

Brioni Basket-Weave Sweater; $1,025 Gene Hiller, Sausalito; genehiller.com Crafted from a luxurious blend of cotton, silk and cashmere, this breathable knit sweater feels as good as it looks layered over a T-shirt or a collared shirt.

Men’s Grooming Goods Gift Box; from $72 Shavery Barbershop, Mill Valley; shaverybarbershop.com Keep Dad looking sharp with a custom gift box of grooming goods from 18.21 Man Made and Reuzel, and a gift certificate for a haircut or a straight-razor shave.

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Check out these gift ideas — from simple to splurge — that Dad is sure to appreciate.

Color and Light

Many artists take creative inspiration from their surroundings. For the late abstract expressionist Sam Francis, even subtle variations in the light in different parts of the world affected his work. The Bay Area native, who was born in San Mateo in 1923, lived and worked around the globe, from Paris and Tokyo to New York City and Santa Monica, before finally returning home to settle in Marin County several years before he died in 1994. His colorful acrylic canvases and watercolor works on paper garnered him international acclaim, and now fetch anywhere from $60,000 to well into the seven figures — and his larger-than-life personality made him a legendary figure in the art world. “He was the first artist in California who was internationally regarded, and his collections have been shown at

museums all over Europe and Japan,” says Debra Burchett-Lere, director of the Sam Francis Foundation.

Before Francis became an artist, he was studying to become a doctor at UC Berkeley, but left to join the Army Air Corps. After suffering a debilitating back injury in a plane crash while on a training mission, Francis spent several years recovering in the hospital. It was then that he first began painting. “He was in the plaster cast for so long, and that ability to get out of your head through art was really important to him,” says Burchett-Lere. After he recovered, Francis returned to UC Berkeley to major in art, and then moved to Paris to pursue a career as an artist. While Francis was initially inspired by contemporary artists in France and New York, he ultimately blazed his own trail. “He took the angst of abstract expressionism and added the fluidity of

Sam Francis in his Point Reyes Studio, 1991

impressionists and developed his own voice,” says Burchett-Lere.

Friends and colleagues remember Francis as a charismatic person who made friends wherever he went and was eager to help other artists, yet he has also been described as a fabulist who struggled with commit ment — he was married five times. One of his lifelong friends was Peter Selz, a curator at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and later, the director of the UC Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA). His daughter Gabrielle Selz is currently writing a biog raphy on Francis that will be published this fall. “They were both quintessential 20th-century men — cardcarrying members of the art world boys’ club with appetites for success, women and conversation,” says Gabrielle. “They were both magnanimous. They were complicated men full of contradictions.”

Not only was Francis a prolific artist, he was also passionate about environmental causes, medical research, philosophy and literature. He enjoyed writing and founded his own book publishing company, and he also helped develop the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles. The foundation keeps Francis’ legacy alive in the many projects they support, including Gabrielle’s forthcoming biography and a new book written by Richard Steel.

In The Space of Effusion: Sam Francis in Japan (Scheidegger & Spiess, Zurich, 2020), Steel explores Francis’ relationship to traditional and contemporaneous Japanese artists. Francis first traveled to Japan in 1957 and lived in Tokyo in the early ’70s, during which time he made many friends — from fellow artists to architects — and loyal patrons.

“Sam always felt a mystical, symbolic connection between California and Japan,” says Steel. “His work from that time period made amazing use of these poetical expanses of white space that reminded Japanese art lovers of their own tradition called “ma,” which was big expanses of empty space.” Steel is the co-curator of an upcoming exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on this subject, “Sam Francis and Japan: Emptiness and Overflowing.” The exhibit was originally scheduled earlier this year, but it’s been rescheduled to 2023 due to the pandemic, which, perhaps fortuitously, is the centenary of Sam’s birth.

Recently, the foundation discovered a series of limited-edition signed and numbered prints from the late 1960s in their archives. At that time, Francis had become fascinated with printmaking and established his own lithography and etching studio in Santa Monica. The collection is currently on view at Robert Green Fine Arts in Mill Valley. “There hasn’t been a primary exhibition of Sam’s work in a number of years because virtually everything is gone, but this body of work was hidden away in the archives — some of the last remaining pieces,” says founder Robert Green. Green has worked with the artist and the foundation for decades

— initially while he was dealing privately abroad before he opened the gallery. “Sam maintained studios all over the planet,” he says. “He always had an around-the-world airline ticket with him, and he felt that wher ever he was, new work would come forth.”

In the last few years of his life, before he succumbed to prostate cancer in 1994, Francis began acquiring property in Marin County, where he hoped to start an artist community. He had spent time at Tomales Bay as child, fishing and clamming with his family, and had long been attracted to West Marin’s wild, natural beauty. “Every time Sam saw a space where he could imagine painting, he felt rejuvenated, and what he called ‘the dream machine’ turned on,” says Gabrielle. He purchased a two-story former bank building in Point Reyes Station that he converted into a studio where he would paint canvases on the floor, property in Inverness that he hoped to develop into a utopian “dream farm” and a ranch in Marshall. He also had a house in Point Reyes Station. “The architect Jon Fernandez built the house on spec,” says Gabrielle. “Sam loved the vaulting tower staircase surrounded by windows.” During this time Francis became a fixture in the West Marin area, where he could often be seen riding his bike or wander ing among the redwoods in Samuel P. Taylor State Park. “There is a lot more green in his late paintings due to those magnificent trees,” saysForGabrielle.thoselooking to connect with Sam’s past in Marin County, his former house in Point Reyes Station is now the Mesa Refuge, a residency for writers that is sometimes open to the public for events. “Francis’ last wife, Margaret Smith, who was English, planted an English country garden in the wetlands, and the remnants are still there, though drought conditions have deteriorated it,” says Gabrielle. “You can also still see the old wooden boardwalk that leads from the back of the house to what was once Sam’s studio (now the home of owner Peter Barnes). That boardwalk was installed after Sam had to start using a wheelchair.”

Francis’ gravesite is located in a tiny graveyard just outside Olema. He is buried near his friend Selz. “His grave is a beautiful Japanesestyle stone inscribed with an aphorism from one of his books, ‘color is light on fire,’ says Steel, who notes that the stone was found on the coast by one of Francis’ friends living in the area, sculptor JB Blunk.

Although Francis never realized his dream of founding an artist community in West Marin, his memory lives on with many residents. “The Bay Area was always dear to Sam’s heart because that’s where he was raised and grew up,” says Burchett-Lere. “Ultimately, he started as a California boy and he ended as a California boy.”

Lotus Abrams has covered everything from beauty to business to tech in her editorial career, but it might be writing about her native Bay Area that inspires her most. She lives with her husband and two daughters in San Mateo.

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Summer hikes for everyone.

BY MIMI TOWLE

This summer just might feel a bit more sunny and the air might smell just a bit more sweet. People are traveling, they are mingling, and more than ever are vaccinated. To celebrate our new freedom, we are showcasing our most popular hikes around the county. Did we miss your favorite? Send us a note and photos so we can share your favorites with our readers.

Get perspective

Sometimes you just need a change of perspective. Nothing can do that quite like hiking to the top of a mountain in Marin: take in the views of the bay and the county laid out in front of you.

Take a hike along the Alamere Falls trail to a beautiful flat beach, or hike high up for views (below).

Mount Burdell

The trek to the 1,558-foot summit of Mount Burdell provides sweeping views of the Bay Area; it’s no wonder, considering that this is Marin’s fifth-highest peak. The combination of fire road and trail that loops up to the summit is six miles round trip of moderately difficult terrain, starting from the trailhead at the San Andreas Drive Open Space gate. To access Mount Bur dell Open Space, leave Highway 101 at the San Marin Drive exit, then follow San Marin Drive to San Andreas Drive and go up the hill. Parking is available near the green Open Space gate.

Mount Tamalpais

Old Railroad Grade to East Peak

The iconic hike from Mill Valley to the East Peak of Mount Tamalpais includes many options for trails. A popular one is Old Railroad Grade, a wide trail with unobstructed views of Mill Valley and the San Francisco Bay all the way to the Pacific. Depending on where you begin, Old Railroad Grade Trail is a 6.8-mile steady but moderate climb up to West Point Inn. Like the scenic railway that preceded it, the Old Railroad Grade is any thing but typical. It’s a steady ascent to the 2,571-foothigh East Peak (the highest peak in Marin County), and you should expect a moderately long hike before being rewarded with a stunning view from the summit.

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After arriving at the parking lot at Fort Cronkite/Rodeo Beach, start your hike up to Hill 88 by passing through the gate that lands you on the Coastal Trail. It’s 2.7 miles and 1,100 feet of climbing to reach the top of the hill. The trail starts out as paved road and becomes a mixture of paved and dirt as you climb through mul tiple switchbacks. Looking left about 1.5 miles in, check out Battery Townsley (a partially buried concrete bun ker), a great spot that provides stellar coastal views. As you approach Wolf Ridge, the grade increases and a small trail off to the right leads up to Hill 88. Take in the views on the hike back down to Rodeo Beach.

Hikes for Every Level

In a county known for hiking, here are six trails guaranteed to not disappoint.

BY STEPHANIE MARTIN

Easy Verna Dunshee

Circumventing the top of Mount Tamalpais, this paved path is ideal for people who want to combine a little exercise with stunning 360-degree views of the entire Bay Area. Great for strollers or wheelchairs, this trail offers those with limited mobility the chance to enjoy sweeping views of the Paci fic, San Francisco’s skyline, the East Bay and Mount St. Helena to the north. At a leisurely pace, hiking the entire trail takes about 20 minutes. If it has reopened, check out the Gravity Car Barn Museum, open noon to four Saturday and Sunday.

LENGTH: 1.3-mile loop

AMENITIES: Restrooms, water fountains, picnic tables, gift store and the Gravity Car Barn Museum

PARKING: $8, cash only

KNOWN FOR: Panoramic views of the entire Bay Area.

DOGS: No

WATCH FOR: Rattlesnakes are very unlikely, but possible.

Point Reyes Lighthouse

Step back in history and visit the Point Reyes Lighthouse, built in 1870, just above the fog line on the rugged coast. The lighthouse was operational until 1975. Today it is a popular yet remote destination, generally attracting small crowds. Start at the parking lot and head uphill past the gate. The visitor center is half a mile away (center hours Thursday–Monday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.). If you’re so inclined, climb the 308 stairs at the lighthouse.

LENGTH: 1.2 miles

AMENITIES: Restrooms, gift shop

PARKING: Free lot

KNOWN FOR: The walk to the lighthouse can be windy, but is always scenic.

DOGS: Allowed on leash

WATCH FOR: Foggy days; it’s best to do this hike in the sunshine.

Medium Fort Cronkhite Loop

This partially paved coastal loop in the Marin Headlands is great for the whole family. After you park at Rodeo Beach, the trail starts off ith a steep incline, but hikers are soon rewarded with sweeping views of the Paci fic. About halfway you’ll come across a 68-foot

naval gun marking the entrance to the once top-secret military post. If you stay on the path, it is a 2.7-mile loop back to the parking lot, or veer to the left and add 1,100 feet of climbing to reach the top of Hill 88.

LENGTH: 2.7 miles

AMENITIES: Restrooms, picnic tables PARKING: Free lot

KNOWN FOR: Battery Townsley is now open to the public the fi rst Sunday of the month from noon to 4 p.m.

Wildflower hikes

There are dozens of flwers and ornamental shrubs that show up to show off this time of ear. Here are a just a few you might see along the trail.

BY KIER HOLMES

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Dudleya brittonii Heather Cutoff Trail

Western Columbine Aquilegia formosa Heather Cutoff Trail

When hiking near creeks, look out for this dainty but enchanting perennial. Brilliant red and yellow lanterns burst into bloom in the spring. Being adaptable to either moist or dry conditions, this California native is found up and down the coast.

Marin’s own native succulent, this chalky blue-white gem found on rocky slopes is equally stunning in gardens. Arching red stems prop up urn-shaped blooms from hardy rosettes.

Miner’s Lettuce Montia perfoliata Old Mine Trail

Historians claim that miners during the Gold Rush ate this native lettuce to ward off scurvy. Found mainly in shady woodland areas or sheltered under shrubs, the patches of water lily–like leaves are easily spotted on local trails.

Leopard Lily Lilium pardalinum Panoramic Highway near CampgroundBootjack

Reaching 4 feet tall, this elegant native bulb enjoys moist areas. The orange flowers are decorated with contrasting maroon dots and attract bees and butterflies.

DOGS: Allowed on leash

WATCH FOR: Keep to the path. As tempting as it is to get to the edge, the cli ffs are known to crumble.

Phoenix Lake/Bald Hill Loop

The fi rst part of this hike is pretty easy: a kidfriendly, 2.5-mile mostly rolling fi re road/trail that meanders along the perimeter of the lake, with a couple sets of stairs. Start at the Natalie Coffi n parking lot and hike up the dirt road toward the lake, approximately 200 yards. Stay right along the lake and look for the Worn Springs Fire Road after about another 150 yards (just past the water fountain). Next is a strenuous 45-minute hike up to the top of Bald Hill, with great views. Continue over the top, stay left, pick up the Yolanda Trail halfway down the backside, and follow it left all the way back to Phoenix Lake, a journey of about 3 miles.

LENGTH: 5.5 miles

AMENITIES: Restrooms

PARKING: Free lot at Natalie Coffi n Greene Park in Ross (very limited, so get there early)

KNOWN FOR: Great views at the top and fun picnic stops along the lake.

DOGS: Allowed on leash

Blue Dicks

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Matt Davis Trail

Naturalizing quickly, blue dicks are notably found in grassland areas recently disturbed by fire. With great speed and strong plastic straw-looking stems, these foothill flowers outgrow grasses and other wildflowers with ease.

Chaparral Pea Pickeringia montana Dipsea Trail

Surprisingly, a legume with boastselectric-pinkattractiveissurvival,qualitiesnitrogen-fixingthataidinitschaparralpeaahardyshrub.Thisbushwithpeaflowerswickedthorns.

WATCH FOR: The incline is steep and there is not much shade at the top, so bring water and wear a hat.

Challenging

Palomarin to Alamere Falls

This there-and-back trail begins at the Palomarin trailhead parking lot. Head up the stairs and take a left. The mostly rolling, smooth trail goes in and out of the shade; make sure to follow signs to the Coast Trail.

Once the trail meanders through a grove of alder trees, you are close to Bass Lake. Take a dip here if you like, or continue to the cliff nd Alamere Falls, a 30-foot-tall waterfall that empties onto the south end of Wildcat Beach.

The trail to the beach is doable but can be slippery. Enjoy, and return the way you came.

LENGTH: 7.5 miles

AMENITIES: None

PARKING: Free lot

KNOWN FOR: Waterfall views and swimming in the cold waters of Bass Lake.

DOGS: No

WATCH FOR: Poison oak, ticks and the eroding cli ffs to the beach.

The Dipsea Trail

Unless you want to make it a 14-mile, fourpeak hike, this adventure takes a bit of planning, but it’s well worth it. If you can’t leave a car at the trail’s Stinson Beach terminus, then plan on using the West Marin Stagecoach, which will bring you back to Mill Valley. Once you’ve arranged your pickup, start your journey on this historic one-way, 7-mile hike in Mill Valley at Old Mill Park. Head up the three fl ights of stairs and follow the mile markers through Muir Woods, up and down two peaks and through a redwood forest, over a bridge and on to Stinson Beach. Expect to be on the trail for about two hours.

LENGTH: 7 miles

AMENITIES: Restrooms, picnic tables, water fountains

PARKING: Street parking near Old Mill Park KNOWN FOR: The oldest footrace this side of the Mississippi.

DOGS: No

WATCH FOR: Bring a trail guide; many trails crisscross the Dipsea and it’s easy to get lost.

Stephanie Martin, author of Big Game Bigger Impact, about Super Bowl 50’s philanthropic legacy, is a Bay Area based writer focused on sports, outdoors and profiles.

Coast Morning Glory Calystegia

Troop 80 Trail

This lush native vine is a force to be reckoned with, quickly scrambling up, over and through anything in its path. In gardens this vine can be considered a nuisance despite its heart-shaped leaves and sweet palepink cupped flowers.

Bush Poppy Dendomecon Old Railroad Grade Trail

Displaying showy butteryellow blossoms on bluish-green leaves, this drought-tolerant native shrub quickly grows to 6 feet. A mature bush poppy can display dozens of blooms at once, making it easy to spot.

Blue-Eyed Grass Sisyrinchium bellum

Troop 80 Trail

Purple-blue flowers with yellow centers sprout from 1-foot-high grassy clumps. An iris relative, this native charmer likes sunny spots and was used medicinally by the Miwoks and Ohlone. The flowers open for only one day.

This native perennial resembles a petite sunflower. The buds contain copious amounts of white sap that Native Americans used as an adhesive but that also protects the blossoms from hungry predators.

Simply Marble-ous

IRG’s Carrara Supreme is the young look in marble. Whiter and brighter than traditional Carrara, this budget-friendly stone is the updated choice for open, minimalist designs.

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TWO HOMES CELEBRATE THE GREAT OUTDOORS, PLUS OUTDOOR FURNITURE THAT WILL TAKE YOUR PATIO GAME TO THE NEXT LEVEL.

The fully equipped outdoor kitchen has a bar with stools from Janus et Cie. Opposite: The fi re pit behind the guest house is surrounded by club chairs from RH.

LABELLAVITA

A MALIBU VILLA, OWNED BY THE FOUNDER OF MAKE IT BETTER MEDIA GROUP, IS A PARADISE FOR OUTDOOR FAMILY GATHERINGS.

BY LIZ LOGAN BY CHASE HANSSEN

ON A TUCKED-AWAY STREET IN MALIBU THAT’S KNOWN

only among locals, there’s a Mediterranean villa-style home called “Villa di Vita Bella.” “That means beautiful life in Italian,” says owner Susan Noyes, the founder of Make It Better Media Group, which owns Marin Magazine. (She has also owned a home in Marin since 2004).

Living the sweet life for Noyes means spending as much time as pos sible outside with her family, which includes: her husband, Nick; six adult

A PLACE FOR GATHERING

In the center of the home is an open-plan family room and kitchen, with wall-sized glass doors that open to the outside. “They’re open, all day, every day,” Noyes says. Outside the doors is a terrace with a living area, including a large fi re pit, and a dining area, all under a pergola covered with ivy, jasmine and wisteria. The outdoor kitchen includes a pizza

Harrisonoven.

Design principal Jesse Harrison and director of interiors Daniel Romanoff ollaborated on the project. Harrison says, “Susan wanted the outdoor spaces beautiful and groomed, but not precious.”

A major component was commissioning inviting outdoor furnish ings. “The terraces are all stone, in shades of taupe, green and gray, so I pulled the colors from there,” Romanoff ays. The taupe outdoor dining table and dining chairs are from Janus et Cie.

children; two adult step children; daughters- and sons-in-law; six grand children; and her 88-year-old mother. (“And pets,” she adds.)

Noyes’s husband has always loved California. But as an Indiana native, she was adamant about raising their children in the Midwest, so they chose the Chicago suburbs, from where Noyes also launched her business. As their adult children migrated to L.A., the couple started spending more time there and decided to make it their new home.

She fell in love with the five-bedroom home, which is full of exquisite Italian details. The Noyeses bought the house in August 2020. They hired Harrison Design, a firm with an international reputation, to trans form the house in just two months. Though moving during a pandemic wasn’t ideal, Noyes was eager to make use of the home’s outdoor spaces for gathering safely with her family.

The property is lined with "ever-changing flowers," Noyes says. "I often feel like I'm in Italy, or the south of France."

Four generations in the veggie garden: Susan Noyes with her expectant daughter, Skatie, and her 88-year-old mother, Virginia.

In a light well that's accessed from the lower ground floor, artist James Goldcrown created a one-of-a-kind mural.

With only two months until moving day, the designers chose outdoor furniture from RH and Janus et Cie in part because it was readily avail able. Then, they created custom blue cushions for the Janus et Cie pieces, with fabric from F. Schumacher. “The blue gives the otherwise subtle color palette a pop of color,” Romanoff ays.

A SWIM, A RIDE OR A TENNIS MATCH

Beyond the patio is what Noyes calls “the best swimming pool in the world”: “There are three tiers of fountains, which work elegantly with the in fi nity edge, the hot tub waterfall and the overall architectural aesthetic.” Beyond the pool is a multi-sport court and a greenhouse that's been converted into a home gym that includes a Peloton. The property is lined with “ever-changing flowers,” Noyes says. "I often feel like I’m in Italy, or the south of France.”

SECRET GARDEN

One outdoor space is hidden away: A light well at the front of the house has been turned into a “secret garden room” that can only be accessed from the lower ground floor. Harrison commissioned acclaimed artist James Goldcrown to create a custom mural of overlapping hearts in his

signature medium: spray paint. Harrison says, “It’s joyous — but with a little edginess.” Subtly scrawled on the walls are secret messages of love for Noyes’s grandchildren.

This light well is one of the best spots for listening to birds, Noyes says. A thrush she often hears she’s nicknamed Renée, after the opera singer Renée Fleming, whom Noyes has known for years from serving on the Women’s Board of the Lyric Opera of Chicago. “The secret garden is really like an opera house,” Noyes observes.

GROWING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Behind the guest house is one of Noyes’s favorite spots, her expansive organic garden. There, expert gardener Tommy Teeple designed a layout of numerous beds and boxes for growing fruits and vegetables: lettuces, sweet peppers, blueberries, raspberries, herbs. The brightorange nasturtium are “delicious, and healthy in a salad,” Noyes says. Fruit trees provide four di fferent kinds of lemons, and oranges. “We’re making a lot of lemonade, juice blends and margaritas,” she says. The whole family eats daily salads from the garden, and socially-distanced friends who visit often leave with a bag full of produce. “We are living as sustainably as we can,” Noyes says, “and have a lot of fun doing it.”

Liz Logan is the editor-in-chief of SPACES. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, O, The Oprah Magazine and Martha Stewart Living, among other publications.

WANT

The outdoor dining area comprises a table and chairs from Janus et Cie. The seat cushions are upholstered in outdoor fabric from F. Schumacher.

SITTING PRETTY

BY LISA BOQUIREN

3-SEAT TEAK OUTDOOR SOFA by Outer

This sofa design is inspired by the flwing lines and forward movement of automotive design; the back of the sofa gently leans reclines. Outer takes sustainability seriously, using responsi bly-sourced teak wood, plastic bottles from the ocean and other recycled materials. It’s cushions are family-friendly — designed to withstand dirt and spills, in addition to bad weather. $5,290. liveouter.com

TRAMPOLINE ARMCHAIR by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina

This piece by the legendary Spanish designer is playful; the weave on the backrest references the tension cords of trampolines. Upholstery options include fabric made from recycled plastic. Price upon request. cassina.com

MIRAMAR TEAK CHAISE by Mario Ruiz for RH

The frame of this chaise is made with raw teak that is sustainably grown and responsibly harvested. It reclines to four positions.

Pricing starts at $2,995. rh.com

PAVONA SOFA by Ann Marie Vering for RH

The inspiration for this sofa was handheld folding fans. The handwoven frame is a single continuous panel, and the open weave of all-weather cords casts beautiful shadows on a patio.

Pricing starts at $2,095. rh.com

THESE FOUR FURNITURE PIECES ARE PERFECT FOR AMPING UP YOUR SUMMER RELAXATION ROUTINE.

This chair’s cocoon seat with soft cushions makes it perfect for curling up in the breeze with a good book. The chair can also be hung indoors for year-round swinging. Price upon request. mcguire.com

This low chair is perfect for relaxing outside friends cocktails. The pillow-shaped cushion is sumptuous, and the steel frame means this piece will last for decades. upon request.

NOZOMU HANGING CHAIR by Laura Kirar for McGuire

THE EARL OUTDOOR LOUNGE CHAIR by Jess

A grand staircase connects the pool and lawn area with the main living space. Plantings by Rozanski Landscape Design fill the adjacent sloped garden beds.

AFTER RENTING VACATION HOMES in Glen Ellen for over a decade, San Francisco real estate developer Howard Epstein and interior designer Tami Epstein found a property they had long admired was about to come on the “We’dmarket.been looking at this property through the gate for many years, but we never saw anyone there,” Tami says. “Then, one day we saw a sign for an estate sale, and went right in. We knew it was the one.”

In spite of multiple bidders, the couple successfully purchased the home, closing on

a Thursday. On Saturday they picked up the keys, spent some time at the house and walked the property, then they locked up and went home, excited about their new home.

On Monday they got the news that a small wild fi re had rapidly swept through the area on Sunday. “We hadn’t met any of the neigh bors yet, so we had no idea,” she says. A few days later when they were allowed in the area, they found that the house was destroyed, as

were some of the property’s mature trees.

“We were in shock, but fortunately we hadn’t moved in yet, so we didn’t lose any personal items.”

DESIGNING A MODERN RANCH

Determined to rebuild, the couple hired architect Ryan Knock, who founded Knock Architecture in 2009, and had worked on projects in San Francisco with the Epsteins. The

Swivel chairs by Kelly Wearstler and a vintage coffee table by Adrian Pearsall purchased on chairish.com add an organic sensibility to the otherwise linear shapes in the main living area.

team also included Eames Construction and Rozanski Landscape Design.

The couple knew they wanted a house inspired by modernist architect John Lautner and his California Ranch style, and asked Knock to design the 3,600-square-foot house to capitalize on the still spectacular views toward the property’s creek and adjacent open land.

“It’s a house that looks like it’s always been

stained fi r ceiling. “What your eye sees is a continuation of the interior into the exterior space,” Tami says. “When the doors are open, it just flows.”

And what it flows into are multiple spaces for the family to gather, like the sofas and custom fi repit just outside the kitchen, or the multiple seating areas around the pool. “We gather for casual conversations, mid-after

there,” Knock says. “The mix of wood, glass and concrete has a very organic and natural feel.” It’s also a house that is made for living outside as well as inside.

A FLOW BETWEEN INDOORS AND OUTDOORS

The home’s main living area features a 44-foot Fleetwood door that slides fully open. Cleverly, the fi rst 8 feet of the deck match the interior’s stained concrete floor and the overhang’s stained cedar matches the interior’s

noon naps and for making s’mores at night with the whole family,” she says. “We never tire of that view of the Sonoma Creek and its thick, lush blanket of trees.”

DECOR THAT TAKES CUE FROM NATURE Inside, Tami designed the home to continue the outside’s organic feel, but with brutalist touches. “I wanted things in the house to be very bold,” she says. “I didn’t want a lot of things, but I wanted each and every piece to stand on its own.”

One of the most striking features is the centra l fi replace, which is clad in handmade tile from Ann Sacks and divides the home’s entrance from the main room. “The tile plays well with the geometric entry hall light fi xture as well as with the organic glass coffee table,” she says. “There’s a play of modern and organic running throughout the house.”

The organic pieces include a woven artwork by Bay-area artist Meghan Shimek and the 10-foot-long, live-edge dining room table that Tami had made from the remains of a tree that didn’t survive the wild fi re. “As the bark was falling off his tree, it made a perfect heart,” she says. “That’s when I knew everything was going to be OK.”

Laura Hine is a design and style writer based in Chicago. She's a former editor-in-chief of Better, as well as the Modern Luxury publications CS Interiors and NS

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"What your eye sees is a continuation of the interior into the exterior space," Tami says. "When the doors are open, it flows."

In the ’70s-inspired master bedroom, the pendant lights and chandelier are by Jonathan Adler and the dramatic wallpaper is by Kelly Wearstler.

In the dining area, there's a 10-footlong tablelive-edgethatTami had made from a piece of a tree that had to be cut down after the wild fi re.

Destinations

THE BEST LOCAL GETAWAYS PLUS JOURNEYS AROUND THE GLOBE

GO, STOP, PAUSE

With the vaccine passport a real possibility for summer, traveling to Hawaii is mostly a "go."

BY JEANNE COOPER AND MIMI TOWLE

For people who live in Hawaii, going with the flow as long been a way of life. Now visitors returning there after a year or more away are fi nding that the best approach is to roll with the waves too, or risk a vacation wipeout. That means accepting that local rules governing air travel, social distancing and mask wearing are inflxible, while itineraries need to remain flxible.

Your airline should alert you to the current rules when you book your ticket, but at press time, the state’s Safe Travels program (hawaiicovid19.com/travel) was still in effect. This program allows passengers to bypass a mandatory 10-day quarantine by taking a

Covid-19 test from one of a speci fied set of testing partners within 72 hours of departure, and uploading results to the state’s online platform before you arrive. There are other forms to fi ll out, too, so be sure to read the fi ne print early.

If you’re thinking of just saying you’ll quarantine but plan to skip it — don’t. Besides that being unsafe and illegal, rental car agencies can’t rent to you and, on most islands, short-term vacation rentals aren’t allowed to host you. Only children under age 5 can avoid quar antine without a pre-travel testing. (The same rules currently apply for most interisland travel, too, unless you’re a resident of Hawaii who can prove you’ve been fully vaccinated for at least two weeks.)

If you’re traveling to Maui, you may also be required to take a second Covid-19 test upon arrival, this time for free; don’t plan a swift exit from the airport. Maui also requires you to show you’ve downloaded the AlohaSafe Alert app on your mobile phone, which noti fies you of any Covid-19 exposure by others using theOnceapp. in the islands, expect to wear a face mask in public except when eating, drinking or exercising, including in parks and on beaches, especially when you can’t maintain 6 feet distance from people who aren’t in your traveling party. Social distancing is still required in stores, restaurants and other public places. Each county has slight variations on the rules, so click on the “While in Hawaii” link on the hawaiicovid19.com/travel for Notdetails.allrestaurants have reopened, and sadly a number have closed for good. Some hotel restaurants, like Number Three at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, have been open during holiday weeks, then shut back down as soon as visitor numbers dropped. Especially given varying occupancy restrictions, it’s best to make reservations as far in advance as you can for your favorite spots.

Admission and parking fees have been introduced or increased at a number of state parks, including Iao Valley and Makena on Maui; Kokee, Waimea Canyon and Haena

on Kauai; Akaka Falls and Hapuna Beach on Hawaii Island; and Diamond Head and Nuuanu Pali on Oahu. See dlnr.hawaii.gov/ dsp/ for details. Hanauma Bay on Oahu ( honolulu.gov/parks-hbay) has raised admission for nonresidents to $12 and limited the number of daily visitors and reduced its days and hours of operation.Although the parks are open, at press time, visitor centers remained closed at Haleakala and Hawaii Volcanoes national

parks. However, the latter’s famed lava tube has reopened, featuring new lighting and oneway foot tra ffic, while the glow from a new eruption in nearby Halemaumau Crater can be seen at night. Check nps.gov./havo for the latest updates.

Jeanne Cooper is the former travel editor for the San Francisco Chronicle. She supports the Hawaii Island Humane Society and the St. James’ Community Meal in Waimea, Hawaii.

Surf’s Up!

Outrigger Waikiki is coming up with some creative ways to connect guests to local pro surfers. These include the Surfer In Residence program, their relationship with Faith Surf School, and the onsite Sunrise Shack, serving possibly the best açai bowls in town — created by surf influencers Koa Rothman and the Smith brothers: Alex, Koa and Travis. Surfers who drop in for the program include Kelly Slater, Bill Kemper and more. This summer the lineup includes Carissa Moore, Kai Lenny and Mark Cunningham, just to name a few. Not only will guests have the opportunity to talk shop with these pros, legendary board shaper and surfer Pohaku Stone is on site to discuss the history of how Hawaiians shaped the early surfboards. There are some Covid-19 adjustments to the program for safety. For those looking to just chill and work on their glide, the Duke’s Package includes daily breakfast or lunch for two, a discount board rental with Faith Surf School and the fourth night free. outrigger.com MT

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ABC Stores

A family business thrives.

If you’ve ever been to Hawaii, you’ve most likely been to an ABC Store. During the pandemic, when mainland ers stopped visiting, many kama’aina (locals) turned to these convenient shops for their basic grocery needs and sanitiz ing products when the big box stores had run out, and in March 2020 BASALT, ABC’s restaurant concept, turned the one block long Duke’s Lane that runs from Kalakaua Ave to Kuhio Ave into its very own private drive-through for take-out orders, making it the only restaurant with a drive-through in Waikiki.

What most visitors don’t realize is the deep history of hard work, community, philanthropy and malama (caring for the island) attached to this family-owned business, comprising more than 80 outlets and two popular restaurants: BASALT on Oahu and LINEAGE on Maui. Here a few fun facts to consider for your next visit:

• Sidney and Minnie Kosasa opened the fi rst ABC Store in 1964 at the corner of Kalakaua Ave and Beachwalk just in time for the tourist boom.

• Their inspiration to open a convenience store for tourists happened du ring a visit to Miami for a drugstore chain conference.

• They came up with the name “ABC Store” because it would be easy for people to remember.

• Sidney’s Japanese immigrant parents started in retail business with the family’s fi rst store in 1917 called M. Kosasa Shoten on 10th Avenue in Kaimuki, which later evolved into M. Kosasa Grocery and Butcher.

• Sidney earned his pharmacy degree from U.C. Berkeley in 1942, and his degree was mailed to an internment camp in Oregon, where he ma rried his wife, Minnie, who was from Sacramento, where her family had a grocery store.

• In 1949, Kosasa formed a family corporation, including Kaimuki Pharmacy, where their four children, including Paul, who is now CEO, worked and helped out.

• In 1985, there were only 27 ABC stores.

• All male executives and store managers are required to wear ties, except on Aloha Fridays.

• In 2017, Paul Kosasa opened the BASALT restaurant and Dukes Lane Ma rket & Eatery, a high-end market, in Waikiki, to much fanfare. Its signature charcoal pancakes, which symbolizes volcanic rock and lava, are the number-one requested breakfast item by tourists.

• Top Chef Alum Chef Sheldon Simeon opened LINEAGE restaurant in Wa ilea, Maui for ABC Stores in 2018, sourcing his produce from Oprah’s fa rm, and has since passed the reins onto Chef Mijin Kang Toride. MT

The Birdcage Bar, Hotel Wailea, Maui

The pandemic gave the McManus group, owners of Hotel Wailea on Maui, a chance to pause and consider the best use of their existing lobby. It boasted 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean and was naturally a popular roosting place for adorable lovebirds at sunset. Enter a whimsical avian-inspirwed concept perfected by Philpotts Interiors, an open-air space where guests can enjoy hand crafted cocktails and Japanese-inspired izakaya-style bites. Weekly sashimi specials, along with classics such as gyoza and yakitori, will be available for guests to enjoy in a casual environment with comfort able lounge seating for small groups. hotelwailea.com

Champagne Bar, Fairmont, Hawaii

Enjoy bubbly outdoors at the new champagne pop-up bar, Pau Hana, featuring Veuve Clicquot champagne cocktails. Pau Hana’s dedicated al fresco lounge space with oversized cushioned chairs offers a front-row seat to panoramic ocean views. Honeymooners will swoon, sipping signature cocktails paired with a rotat ing daily selection of gourmet popcorn. Two popular signature cocktails include the Queen Bee, which is infused with a rare kiawe honey made onsite mixed with bourbon and Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, and the Bellini in Bloom, made with seasonal farmer’s market fruit puree and Veuve Clicquot Rich Rosé. Open every Friday an Saturday night from 5 p.m. through sunset. fairmont.com/orchid

Maui Brewing Co, Oahu

Don’t let the line out the door deter — it moves fast, and once you get in, there are plenty of places to sit in this hip openair space at the newly renovated Waikiki Beachcomber. Top picks on the menu include Bikini Blonde beer with fish and chips, and the harvester pizza, topped with locally grown kale, caramelized onions, roasted garlic and white sauce — and the pizza is dough made with Bikini Blonde Beer. Sunshine Girl golden ale is a new fresh brew, and the new Maui seltzers are excellent — the POG flavor is a favorite of many. For drinks, we recommend doing a beer flight to taste a variety. Happy hour is 3:30 to 5:40 p.m. daily, and live music from 6 to 8 p.m. mauibrewingco.com MT

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A ROUNDUP OF THE HOTTEST LOCAL EVENTS, SOCIAL GATHERINGS AND PLACES TO EAT

Eat & Drink

BY CHRISTINA MUELLER BY CHRISTINA MUELLER

Side Street Kitchen Aim for the rotisserie chicken with roasted Yukon Gold potatoes or the rotisserie tri-tip sandwich if you are unfamiliar with the fare at Sheryl Cahill’s Point Reyes Station restaurant. Once the thrill of the spinning grill is sated, dive into a plate of chilled lentil salad or chicken liver pate with crackers. An iced matcha latte makes a perfect pairing. sidestreet-prs.com; 415.663.0303

Way Station Nothing says takeout quite like barbecue, a food basically designed to eat with your hands, outside over a paper plate. There’s plenty of options

from this former gas station on the western edge of downtown Fairfax but we lean into the hot mess sandwich, a spicy mix of pork and brisket, stacked tall with fresh coleslaw. A mug o’ pickles makes a worthy side and a gluten-free bun is available. waystationmarin.com; 415.300.3099

D.G. Cafe Morning diners may be sated with a fresh croissant and a latte from this sliver of a restaurant, best enjoyed at nearby Creek Park in downtown San Anselmo. But owner Clive Nisse built Picnic Packages right into the menu, making it easier than

ever to grab your choice of sandwich or salad (we are partial to the very veggie imagination garden), paired with chips and a soda. All you have to do is find a spt in the sun. dgcafe.com; 415.295.7500

Lou’s Takeaway Bicyclists returning from a ride along San Rafael’s Lucas Valley Road are already in on the not-so-secret eats from Anthony (Lou) Rizzi’s petite restaurant. Though the menu changes frequently, Lou swears he is bringing back the chilled chicken noodles once the weather warms. Fresh wheat noodles, roasted peanuts, pickled long beans, Sichuan peppercorns and herbs are packaged in a deli cup with the toasted sesame dressing on the side for last-minute tossing. Best enjoyed oceanside, if you can. loustakeaway.com; 415.226.7994

Marche aux Fleurs On summer’s shortest night or any warm evening, savor the European-inspired fare from Holly and Dan Baker’s place in Ross.

Vegetable tian with asparagus and hen of the woods mushrooms is the essence of spring, while avocado crostini on housemade focaccia feels timeless. Tuesdays bring fried chicken with cornbread and coleslaw, but you already knew that, right? marcheauxlfeursrestaurant.com; 415.925.9200

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AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO RESTAURANTS IN MARIN EDITED BY CHRISTINA MUELLER

CHEERS TO OUR LOCAL RESTAURANTS FOR FINDING CREATIVE (AND DELICIOUS) WAYS TO OPERATE AMIDST THE SHIFTING DINING LANDSCAPE. PLEASE CONTACT EACH RESTAURANT TO CONFIRM THEIR LATEST OFFERINGS AND HOURS TO SUPPORT AND ENJOY THE RESTAURANT BOUNTY OF THIS AMAZING COUNTY.

MADERACORTE

Amy's Drive Thru

American Known for salads, veggie burgers and grilled cheese sandwiches, this organic fast food concept that originated in Santa Rosa is best experienced via the namesake drivethrough but is just as fun to eat on the colorful patio. The burrito is even available gluten-free. 5839 Paradise Drive, 415.737.0655

Blue Barn Gourmet

American The first Marin outpost of the S.F.-based eatery has proven very popular. The menu includes custom izable salads, toasted sandwiches, soups and more, prepared with locally harvested produce and proteins. A new group order take out menu is available. 335 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.1104

Boca Pizzeria Italian The Neapolitan-styleandlocalwhenadsincludesvarietals.winemicrobreweriesandseasonalCalifornia’sVillageoutdoorpizzeriaItalian-inspiredwithacoveredpatioatTheutilizesNorthernbountyofingredientsshowcaseslocalandcountry’sboutiqueThemenuappetizers,saloforganicproduceavailable,pastas,free-rangepoultrymeats,dessertsandpizzas

with house-made moz zarella. All to-go bottles of wine are 50% off with pitchers of margaritas and Manhattans also available. 1544 Redwood Hwy, 415.924.3021

Burmatown Asian The small home-style Asian fusion restaurant offers fresh, light meals like tea leaf salad and basil shrimp stir-fry, as well as curries, coconut rice and chili-garlic green beans. Extra heat optional. Place orders by 1 p.m. via phone or text 415.985.5060 to ensure item availability.

60 Corte Madera Ave, 415.945.9096

Cafe Verde Californian

This revamped cafe offers Neapolitan pizza, pasta, risotto and salads nearly all day long. Enjoy any of these items inside or out on the patio along with local and international wines and beers.

502 Tamalpais Drive, 415.927.1060

Fieldwork Brewing Pizza The latest outpost of the original Berkeley draft house features pizzas, salads and shareable bites (think crispy Brussels sprouts and meatballs) to round out the day’s list of fresh IPAs, pilsners and more.

107 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.891.8273

Flores Mexican With an emphasis on regional Mexican dishes and flavors sourced from family recipes, the menu is based on California seasonality and revolves around gluten-free masa. The daily-made tortillas are featured in dishes such as duck confit enchiladas, Dungeness crab tostadas and chilibraised beef short ribs. There’s a full bar to boot and everything is easily enjoyed on their large, heated patio. 301 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.500.5145

Il Fornaio Italian Aside from pizzas and pastas, this upscale-Italian fran chise serves a variety of salads and carb-free entrées. 223 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.4400

Marin Joe's Italian A Marin mainstay for over 50 years, with a menu of soups, salads, seafood, mesquite-grilled or sautéed meats and a plethora of pasta options. To add to your dining experience, order the table-side prepared Caesar salad. Not looking for a meal? Enjoy a drink and hear local musicians at the well-known piano bar. 1585 Casa Buena Drive, 415.924.2081

Pacific Catch Seafood

The Pacific Rim–inspired restaurant has a familyfriendly atmosphere. The menu, showcasing freshly caught seafood, includes tacos, poke, ceviche, sandwiches, salads, rice bowls, seasonal cocktails and daily specials. 133 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.3474

Pig in a Pickle American Fresh and locally sourced brisket, pork, ribs and chicken get star billing at this Town Center eatery. Sauces are crafted to represent various American bar becue regions, including Memphis and South Carolina. House-made pickles, buns and sausages will keep you coming back. 341 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.891.3265

RH Marin American

Ride up the golden-hued elevator to the top floor to a restaurant bedecked in RH style and linger over a shaved vegetable salad, a truffled grilled cheese sandwich on Panorama Bakery sour dough or the namesake RH Burger. This rooftop sunroom and outdoor lounge boasts glass ceilings and walls for an epic view of Mt. Tam and a feeling of floating above it all. 1750 Redwood Highway at The Village, 628.266.2040

Veggie Grill Vegan/ Vegetarian Veggie Grill is a fruits,onlydessertsteasshareablehome-styleentreesandwichesofferingcelebratesrestaurantfast-casualchainthatthevegbyavarietyofhotandburgers,salads,bowls,plates,sides,organicandhouse-madepreparedwithvegetables,grainsandnuts.

147 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.945.8954

Zinz Wine Bar

Californian Zinz is an upscale wine bar, retail store with wine club and art gallery with a cozy, sophisticated atmo sphere and an eclectic array of boutique wines, craft beer and light appetizers. An expan sive outdoor seating area is partially covered and heat lamps warm the space. The quaint neighborhood space also holds events and happy hours. 207 Corte Madera Ave, 415.927.9466

FAIRFAX

Amelie French Stop in for a quintessential French breakfast of coffee and a croissant at this outpost of the origi nal San Francisco wine bar. Stay to enjoy plates of Cal-French escargot with garlic butter, salad Nicoise with pickled egg or slow-baked steelhead with persillade and radishes at lunch and dinner and an extensive

French wine list. A petite street-side patio features dining atop wine barrels. 71 628.253.5161Broadway,

Barefoot Cafe American Tony Senehi prepares fresh California dishes with local organic ingredients from sustainable sources. A popular brunch spot, this quaint restaurant in the heart of Fairfax serves locals and tourists everything from eggs Benedict to panna cotta dessert. 1900

Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.460.2160

Fradelizio's Italian Fradelizio’s blends Northern Italian rangenaturalhealthyCalifornia-inspiredwithfare,featuringbeefandfree-chickendishes.35 Broadway, 415.459.1618

Iron Springs Pub & Brewery American Pair your pick from the extensive beer list with an ale-braised barbecue pork sandwich, shrimp tacos or the cheeseburger.ground-chickenhouse-bacon 765 Center Blvd, 415.485.1005

Sorella Caffe Italian Run by sisters Sonia and Soyara, Sorella, which means “sister” in Italian, serves fresh Italian with a northern influence. Customer favorites include the cioppino, butternut squash ravioli and Pollo alla Sorella. Another highlight is the

giant wheel of Grana Padano cheese. Stop by for live music on weekends and every second and fourth Thursday of the month. 107 Bolinas Road, 415.258.4520

Split Rock Tap & Wheel

American The former Fairfax Cyclery space, which had been operating as just a bike shop, has been reconfigured and now also serves food and an assortment of beers. Menu items include pizzas, sand wiches, and snacks like citrus-marinated olives or house-made pickles. Beers on tap are almost all exclusively local favorites. 2020 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.721.7644

Stillwater Californian Fairfax native Margaret Ruiz and her life and business partner, David, joined forces with chef Cameron Myers to bring the bounty of the county to the table. Appetizers and salads feature local cheeses, oysters and produce while the cheeseburger with Stemple Creek beef topped house-curedwithpork belly has already developed a cult following. Two patios provide ample outdoor eating space. 23 Broadway, 415.524.8478

The Hummingbird

American This New Orleans–style restaurant serves up creole staples like fried chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, po’boys, gumbo and beignets. Opt for the spicy syrup or homemade hot sauce to get that Cajun kick. Cash only. 57 Broadway, 415.457.9866

Village Sake Japanese Lucky for Fairfax, beloved former Sushi Ran chef Scott Whitman opened an izakaya, a

Japanese-style commu nity pub. In the compact space, you’ll find sushi and skewers, salads and small plates, plus great sake and craft beers. The daily waitlist opens online at 5 p.m. The adjoining sake bar, Sake Bin, has a separate menu but is currently closed, but takeout bento boxes are available. 19 Bolinas Road, 415.521.5790

The Lodge American From the owners of S.F.’s Big Swingin’ Cycles comes this rider-friendly stop along Fairfax’s main drag. With a menu designed to power you up, The Lodge features all-American eats like a breakfast burrito stuffed with eggs, spinach and salsa; share plates like a sausage board served with Lodge tots and slaw; and pour-over coffee and draft beer for riders and hikers alike. Beer, cider and wine are available to go in growlers and cans and can be sipped in the backyard where shaded picnic tables await. 1573 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.456.8084

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Gott’s Roadside American The restaurant’s only Marin outpost features the signature Californiainspired dishes Gott’s is known for as well as a roll-up garage door that brings the outside in when weather permits and a 30-foot-long pine table for communitystyle eating. 302 Bon Air Center, 415.785.4233Greenbrae,

Guesthouse Californian Jared Rogers, the former executive chef of Picco, heads up the kitchen, partnering

with mixologist Dustin Sullivan on this 110-seat space. Look for well-executed California cuisine such as mini lobster rolls or kurobuta pork chops with crispy potatoes or savor a Slingshot at the bustling bar. 850 College Ave, Kentfield, 415.419.5101

Half Day Cafe American Tucked away in a setting of intertwining ivy and large open windows, this cafe is the quintessential breakfast nook and is also open for brunch and lunch, including coffee drinks, pastries and much more. Enjoy a casual meal inside or out on the patio. 848 College Ave, 415.459.0291Kentfield,

Jason’s Californian A Golden Gate Sunset cocktail is perfect for watching the sun go down over Corte Madera Creek on the outdoor patio, but be sure to try the fried chicken special on Mondays or the Chinese chicken salad and salmon Nicoise from chef-owner David Monson who also runs Larkspur's Farm House Local. 300 Drakes Landing Road, Greenbrae, 415.925.0808

LARKSPUR

Backstage Californian Backstage is a comfortable, sociable setting for wine tasting, light appetizers (warmed nuts, artichoke dip) and small plates (avocado toast, charcuterie boards) in downtown Larkspur. Flights of exclusive picks from small-scale California vineyards bring wine country closer to Marin, especially while seated on the patio on a warm day. 295 Magnolia Ave, 415.898.6778

DJ's Chinese Cuisine Chinese A great place to satisfy a craving for wonton soup before a show at the Lark Theater; the outdoor patio is a scene-stealer in itself. Lunch is popular here, too. 435 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.0717

Don Antonio Italian Antonio Volpicelli, of the former Don Antonio in Tiburon, runs this location in Larkspur. Choose from standbys like gorgonzola gnocchi, veal parmesan and carbonara and an extensive wine list, all served either inside or out on the spacious patio. Look for the Maine lobster special on Tuesdays. 455 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.3332

Emporio Rulli Italian Renowned for its Northern Italian specialties and treats, the Larkspur location (there are four others in the Bay Area) is a favored spot for lunch as well as coffee and a sweet treat. 464 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7478

Equator Coffees

American The downtown Larkspur location of Equator features their iconic drinks like the shakerato (coffee shaken with cream) and rotating, Sunday.Doughnuts,andbasedtacosAustin-stylebreakfasthungerbeverages.seasonally-focusedSatiateyouranydaywithasandwichandbreakfastfromMillValley-EarlyBirdTacosgoodiesfromJohnnyFriday–

240 Magnolia Ave, 415.720.5701

Farmshop American Located in the Marin Country Mart, Farmshop Marin is a top spot for Neapolitanavocadoandpeople-watchingearnsravesforitshummusandstylepizzas

pulled from the beehive oven. Indoor and outdoor seating available. 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.755.6700

Hog Island Oyster Co. Seafood The fullservice Marin Country Mart location features a full bar with seasonal cocktails, beer and wine and the same bay-tobar philosophy as the Tomales Bay original. Oysters, raw and grilled, are a must, then check the day’s menu to see what was most recently pulled from Marin’s waters before decid ing what to eat. 2401 Larkspur Landing Circle, 628.253.5905

La Meza Mediterranean

The restaurant inside the Mt. Tam Racquet Club is now open to the public. A menu of fresh toareahousewrapsfoodsMediterranean—ricebowls,pitaandkebabswithmadegyroandkillerfalafelburger—availableinadditiontheCal-Mexmenu.

1 Larkspur Plaza Dr, 415.301.5367

Left Bank Restaurant French This authenti cally classic brasserie has been serving the Larkspur community for more than two decades. Whether on the patio, at the European-style bar or in the casually elegant main dining room with a huge fireplace, it’s a fun and French experience in downtown. The restaurant is also hosting two "virtual" restaurant concepts for takeout and delivery only, Kebabery by Meso (Mediterranean) and Lito's Cocina (Spanish/Mexican).Hispana

507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331

Perry's American Perry's on Magnolia has the barAmericanquintessentiallyfare,bustlingandwarmpersonalitytheSanFranciscooriginalhasalwaysbeenfamousfor.Alongwiththreeseparatediningroomsinahistoricbuilding,there’soutdoordiningonthepatioandintheredwoodgrove.Lunchanddinnerdaily,brunchonweekendsandholidays;valetparkingintheevenings.

234 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.1877

Pizzeria Picco Pizza This takeseatingoffersofmissibleiceStraussalads,alsoin-housemozzarellaburningpizzasinfluencedoffersinparlorfamily-friendlynextdoortoPiccodowntownLarkspurCalifornia-Neapolitancookedinawood-oven.FreshispulledandthemenufeaturesorganicantipastiandDairysoft-servecream.Whenper-bytheCountyMarin,PizzeriaPiccoheatedoutdoorinadditiontooutanddelivery.

316 Magnolia 415.945.8900Ave,

Posie American This hip artisan ice cream shop opened by Kyle Caporicci, former pastry chef of forrentlyweeklypastries.andopen-facedmeticulouslyForandgluten-freeflavors,forCommis,Michelin-starredmadeanameitselfwithseasonalhomemadeconesveganicecream.lunch,you’llfindpreparedtartinesInstagram-readyMenuchangesandiscur-onlyavailablepre-orderpickup.

250B Magnolia Ave, 415.891.8395

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Cucina sa is happy to announce that we are open for lunch and dinner 6 days a week! Tuesday through Sunday- lunch is 11:30-3:00 pm, with dinner going from 5:00pm- 8:30pm. Outside dining on our bridge and newly constructed parklet, and also indoor dining at 50% capacity per Marin County regulations. Hope that you can join us soon! Please call for larger parties or special requests.

RESTAURANT

R'noh Thai Thai This cozy place with a patio by the Corte Madera Creek has a reputation for fresh flavors. From curries and Thai barbecue to noodle dishes and the classic tom kha (coconut lemongrass soup), R’Noh is bound to satisfy your Thai cravings. For an indul gent treat, try the fried sweet potato appetizer. 1000 Magnolia Ave, 415.925.0599

Roma Antica Italian Pinza Romana, fried rice balls, burrata with artichoke hearts, and cacio e pepe pasta are just a few of the dishes that reflect the regional Roman ingredients and style of this sister restaurant to the San Francisco original. In

Marin, look for fresh seafood pastas on the day’s specials menu and a shaded front porch for outdoor din ing. 286 Magnolia Ave, 415.896.4002

Rustic Bakery Californian The home grown bakery is known and loved the world over: Pope Francis famously requested Rustic Bakery flatbread and crostini when he visited the U.S. in 2015. Organic bread, crois sants and pastries baked fresh each morning and salads, sandwiches and soups for lunch make Rustic a local staple. Marin Country Mart, 2017 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.9900

MILL VALLEY

Boo Koo Asian This locally owned restaurant creates healthy meals that blend equal parts California fresh with Southeast Asian–inspired street food. The kids' Red Rooster bento boxes are a hit with the little ones and the vegan, GF and ableofferingstapwinesindoorsceneThoughwithfriendlyvegetarian-menuispopularallagegroups.theirvibrantbarisonholduntildiningresumes,andkombuchaonaswellascraftbeerareallavail-togo.

25 Miller Ave, 415.888.8303

Bootjack Wood Fired Californian A transition back to a bakery means hearth-style breads (apple walnut), breakfast sandwiches, and pastries (cinna mon buns) from baker Cameron Esaryk are pulled daily from the built-in Alan Scott bread oven. Pair with barista drinks from Four Barrel Coffee and focaccia-style pizzas at lunch with the same Central Milling grains and organic approach as before. 17 Madrona St, 415.383.4200

Buckeye Roadhouse American Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs and chili-lime “brick” chicken are a few of the satisfying comfortfood menu items that have made this classic roadhouse a favorite since the ’30s. The warm dark-wood bar with red leather booths is a popular spot for cocktails, conversations or a light meal. Heated patio seating offers a moment's respite with a fresh espresso and breakfast burrito from the weekday Buckeye Joe Coffee Kiosk out front. 15 Shoreline Hwy, 415.331.2600

Bungalow 44 American

The normally bustling bar is one of Mill Valley’s hot spots, ideal for savoring a seasonal cocktail or an order for their famous kickin' fried chicken. The $1 happy hour oyster program still operates from 5-6 p.m., Monday–Thursday and the heated outdoor patio quickly became a new town hot spot when it opened. 44 E Blithedale Ave, 415.381.2500

Cafe Del Soul Californian Healthy options become addic tive at this eatery that

now has locations in both Tam Junction and San Rafael. Once you stop in for the deliciously fresh quinoa wrap, you’ll want to return to try the chipotle rice bowl. A casual lunch spot and great for takeout, Cafe del Soul also serves smoothies and pressed juices. 247 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.1852

Flour Craft Bakery American The brainchild of pastry chef Heather Hardcastle, this second location (the first loca tion is in San Anselmo) in the Lumber Yard offers not only glutenfree baked goods but fancy toast, seasonal salads, coffee and takeout to be enjoyed at one of the onsite picnic tables. 129 Miller Ave, 415.384.8244

Gravity Tavern American ingredientsWithsuited to reflect modern tastes, American classics like grilled chicken Waldorf salad with pickled grapes, lobster roll with toasted challah and veggie slaw, and a land and sea pasta with housemade egg pasta, pork belly and crab, may have also been familiar fare for passengers of the Mt. Tam gravity car for which this saloon was named. 38 Miller Ave, 415.888.2108

Grilly’s Mexican If you’re looking for a quick, fresh meal, Grilly’s is a no-brainer. Enjoy a couple of burritos, tacos or the popular chicken taco salad at lunch or dinner on their covered patio and you have a straight-forward lunch or dinner to please the whole family. 493 Miller Ave, 415.381.3278

Harmony Chinese Enjoy a lighter, fresher take on Chinese at this restaurant in Strawberry Village. The barbecue pork bun is filled with house-made roasted meat in a savory sauce and signature prawns are wok-seared with scallions. Pair your pick with wine, beer or tea and be sure to check out the weekday takeout lunch special. Both the regular menu and Harmony to-go menus are available for takeout. 401 Strawberry Village, 415.381.5300

Hook Fish Co Seafood

The indoor, woodceilinged dining room feels like a boat’s galley and the spot’s outdoor beer garden adjacent to Mill Valley’s Proof Lab at Tam Junction has 13 taps, but the draw at this counter-service joint is the seafood. The transparent supply chain means you can enjoy the poke, fish and chips or fish tacos secure in the knowledge of exactly where and on what boat your meal came from.

254 Shoreline Hwy

India Palace Indian

Known as “that great restaurant in the Travelodge,” India Palace is a favorite with the takeout crowd; eating on-site is also a treat for its well-regarded North Indian fare. 707 Redwood Hwy, 415.388.3350

Joe’s Taco Lounge

Mexican Joe’s serves up fish tacos (which it can never take off the menu), burritos and enchiladas as well as more unusual items like Mexican pizza and tofu tostada. A colorful interior and quick service make this a fun, easy stop. If you stay, grab a few of the hundreds of hot sauce bottles from the wall and

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find your perfect match. Cup of Joe's coffee cart, out front every morning, serves lattes, Mexican hot chocolate and burritos to go. 382 Miller Ave, 415.383.8164

Kitchen Sunnyside

American This brunch stop brings some gourmet to your morning with options like Dungeness crab hash, cornflake French toast, eggs Florentine and bottomless mimosas. Lunch choices like paninis and burgers are also available for enjoying on the open air patio. 31 Sunnyside Ave, 415.326.5159

La Ginestra Italian Big plates of lasagna and ravioli and a familiar waitstaff have made this a favorite family place for over 30 years. While this old-school eatery is known for traditional pastas, pizzas and dry martinis, a daily menu of seasonal favorites attracts a hip crowd. The adjoining bar, normally a perfect spot for meeting a group, recently pivoted to a takeout wine shop. 127 Throckmorton Ave, 415.388.0224

Piatti Ristorante and Bar Italian The staff prides itself on capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a traditional Italian trattoria. Get a table by the window or on the outdoor deck for a truly exceptional view right on the water. Peruse the impressive selection of Italian wines to accompany your rustic seasonal meal. 625 Redwood Hwy, 415.380.2525

Piazza D’Angelo Italian Family owned for over 35 years, Piazza D’Angelo evokes a traditional trattoria dining

experience. Enjoy a variety of house-made pastas, meat and seafood dishes, wood-fired pizzas and gluten-free offerings with organic and locally ingredients.sourcedAback patio and newer front patio provide ample outdoor dining space. 22 Miller Ave, 415.388.2000

Pizza Antica Italian Besides its popular thin-crust pizzas, this Strawberry Village restaurant serves sea sonal dishes like Tuscan fried chicken with spicy honey, burrata with crushed sweet peas and toasted focaccia, and ricotta gnocchi with sun-dried tomato cream. The front courtyard is an enjoyable spot to eat outside. 800 Redwood Hwy, 415.383.0600

Playa Mexican With a chef from Mexico City, Playa's food offers traditional dishes with modern flavors and presentations. A Little Gem salad sparkles with tomatillo dressing and enchiladas shine from a glossy coating of housemade black mole and micro greens. The bar highlights exceptional tequilas and mezcals but the el slushie and house margarita have legions of fans and are perfect for sipping on the large, heated back patio.

Weekend lunch is available. 41 Throckmorton Ave, 415.384.8871

Prabh Indian Kitchen Indian Owned and operated by the Dhindsa family, this thaliten-free.forgarlicetablechickeneatingorganic,emphasizesrestauranthealthy,sustainableinchoiceslikepakora,vegbiryaniandbasilnaan,withoptionstheveganandglu-Atlunch,themenuletsyoutry

several Indian dishes at once. All of it is available for dining on their outside patio. 24 Sunnyside Ave, 415.384.8241

Robata Grill and Sushi Japanese Robata trans lates as “by the fireside”; fittingly, many dishes here are cooked on an open fire and served in appetizer-size por tions to pass around the table. Try the grilled rice balls and beef kushi to get a sense of the smoky flavors. Or simply order your own sushi or entree from the menu to enjoy on the patio or in the traditional dining room. 591 Redwood Hwy, 415.381.8400

Shoreline Coffee Shop

American This coffee shop is a vintage diner with a small-town feel. The mix of Mexican and traditional breakfast fare hits the comfort food spot gussied up with organic and local goodies like eggs from Tennessee Valley neighbor, Woolley Egg Ranch. Try them in the Roto–soft eggs and house made chorizo with French fries — or a classic diner dish, two eggs your way. You can get gluten-free bread from Green Gulch, too. 221 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.9085

Sol Food Puerto Rican

This Marin favorite opened a Mill Valley outpost, still serving up everyone’s favorite Puerto Rican cuisine, including Creole prawns, mofongo maduros, tostones and a chuleton sandwich on French bread. The line for takeout can get long, but at least its outside. 401 Miller Ave, 415.380.1986

Tamalpie Italian With views of Mt. Tamalpais from the covered, heated patio, this CalItalian spot known for its local sourcing also features two fireplaces and a full bar serving craft cocktails, wine and beer. The difference is in the dough, small batch, housemade gluten-free and 48-hour Neapolitan pizza doughs, plus large salads, pastas and vegan and vegetarian items. The Brussels sprouts are super-crispy and not to be missed. 477 Miller Ave, 415.388.7437

The Depot Café & Bookstore Californian The former railroad depot turned all-day café and bookstore at the heart of downtown Mill Valley is back with expanded outdoor seat ing and firepits. The kitchen, helmed by chef Mary Pult, offers the same counter service model as before and a veg-forward menu that tilts toward the Mediterranean with bespoke pastries from Sausalito’s Cibo Bakery. 87 415.888.3648Throckmorton,

The Junction American Owner Dez Fielder's devotion to microproduced and local beer is evident from the 30 taps and a robust can program including Woodfour New Ridge Lager, and experimental bottlings, like Barebottle Brewing’s Tangberry Typhoon, all easy to pair with pizzas from Pizzahacker. Grab your fleece to sip one by a fire pit on the huge backyard patio. 226 Shoreline Hwy, 415.888.3544

Thep Lela Thai The kee mao noodles, pad thai, and fresh rolls stuffed with beets and herbs have a dedicated

following as does the extensive bar menu (try the Amazing Mai Tai) at this spot tucked away in the back of Strawberry Village. It is takeout only, for now. 615 Strawberry Village, 415.383.3444

Urban Remedy American This is a popular spot for organic and non-GMO cold-pressed juices, snacks and readyto-eat meals, plenty of gluten-free, grain-free and app.orderingisseemoncashewsakedesserts.choices,low-glycemic-indexandevenrawTrythename-saladorgivethemilkwithcinna-andvanillaashottowhatUrbanRemedyallabout.Deliveryandonlyviatheir

15 E Blithedale Ave, 415.383.5300

Vasco Italian Whether at a table, the bar or the back counter, you can expect an intimate dining experience in this one-room trattoria facing Depot Plaza. Try one of the pasta dishes or thin-crust wood-fired pizzas. 106 Throckmorton Ave, 415.381.3343

Watershed Californian Gather 'round the fire pit in front of the restaurant or hang out at the long bar for a pre-dinner glass of wine before sampling one of the many dishes curated to reflect the bounty of Marin. The Stemple Creek Ranch burger and fresh pastas are matched with a bevy of simply prepared, easy to share dishes (like spicy rock cod lettuce cups or lamb riblets) that reflect chef Kyle Swain’s careful sourcing and focus on local flavor. 129 Miller Ave, 415.888.2406

West Coast Wine Cheese Californian

Focused on small production winemakers, the wine menu features a bottle list with over 300 selections, wines by the glass that change weekly as well as California, Oregon and Washington beers on draft and by the bottle. A rotating cheese and charcuterie menu, served with bread from San Francisco’s Jane Bakery, is also offered. 31 Sunnyside Ave, 415.758.3408

NOVATO

Beso Bistro and Wine Bar Californian This Hamilton Field bis tro highlights locally sourced organic pro duce, fresh sustainable seafood, and pastureraised and free-range meat. Wine lovers can embrace their inner Dionysus — Beso offers more than 20 selections by the glass and more than 50 by the bottle. The patio is naturally shaded by local oaks. 502 S Palm Drive, 415.883.6700

Chianti Cucina Italian This cozy eatery offers an array of Italian and American dishes, includ ing a long list of pastas; try the house-made ravioli cooked up by chef Edgar DeLon. It's all available for takeout and drive-through via their app. 7416 Redwood Hwy, 415.878.0314

Crave Californian Executive chef Christian Pulido serves up seasonally driven California cuisine on the shaded terrace (and in a modern dining room, replete with George Nelson bubble lamps, when permitted).

Char Siu Octopus and a Soba Noodle Salad push the flavor boundary while a CAB burger

and halibut with corn pudding are instantly familiar. 340 Ignacio Blvd, 415.883.0901

Finnegan's Marin American The dark wood-paneled booths and high backs on bar stools mean it is easy to linger over Irish-inspired meals like corned beef and cabbage or nachos made with waffle fries instead of corn chips. They taste just as good on the new heated out door patio. 877 Grant Ave, 415.899.1516

Ghiringhelli’s Novato Vino American The Ghiringhelli family, lifelong Marin residents who own onsite.availabledepthandbitesthehard-to-findtaurant.totastingaVillaPizzeriaFairFixGhiringhelliTrattoriainNovato,Cafe,GhiringhelliandDeerParkinFairfax,addednewwineshopandroomadjacenttheirNovatores-Uniqueandwinesbybottleortaste,lightofcheeseboardsflatbreadsandin-dinnermenusaretogoorenjoy

1535 South Novato Blvd, 415.878.4915

Hopmonk Tavern American The beer garden-style outdoor patio and live music keep fans coming back to this Novato brewhouse tucked into the Vintage Oaks Mall. Weekly events include country line dancing and open mic nights with an ample selection of beers on tap. 224 Vintage Way, 415.892.6200

Jerry’s Delicatessen & BBQ American Southern flavors and plenty of smoked meats are highlights of an all-day menu that includes avocado toast and breakfast bur ritos for breakfast any time and a classic BLT

updated with housesmoked salmon or a BBQ Plate with tri-tip and chicken. A complete remodel of the former Perry’s Deli space means ample, picnic-style shaded seating outside, too. 7380 Redwood Blvd, 415.895.5592

Marvin’s Restaurant

American This place, known for “Best Breakfast in Novato,” also serves up generous portions for lunch. The corned beef hash, Benedicts and superb service draw a consistent crowd yearround. 1112 Grant Ave, 415.892.4482

Rustic Bakery Californian Organic pastries, breads, salads and sandwiches are on the menu at this location downtown, including daily seasonal specials. Try the Marin Melt — Cowgirl Creamery’s Mt. Tam and Point Reyes Toma cheeses grilled on honey whole wheat, served with dressed baby greens and crisp apple slices. 1407 Grant Ave, 415.878.4952

The Speakeasy

American There’s noth ing like the comfort of a solid burger and beer when you’re kicking back and watching the game, and the Speakeasy pro vides. In addition to the 10 beers on tap, you can go beyond traditional pub grub with treats like a deconstructed salmon salad. The "new" version is open for patio dining and takeout with a new menu. 504 Alameda del Prado, 415.883.7793

SANANDANSELMOROSS

Baan Thai Cuisine Thai

Known for its mango sticky rice, crispy corn cakes and the Baan Thai

salad, this restaurant reopened in November with a new owner, Jukreewat "Jackie" Suthon, a new menu and a new outdoor seating area. Warm up with new menu items like fresh spring rolls and steamed dumplings, or old favorites such as the tom kha soup. The commitment to serving fresh, local and seasonal food is unchanged. 726 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, 415.457.9470

Bistro Viz Californian

After a two year hiatus, owner-chef Soo Young Kim brought back this petite restaurant, complete with bistro favorites from pre-COVID times such as farro risotto verde with a crisp 62-degree egg and half a roast chicken with Jerusalem artichokes. Fish tacos and a Star Route little gems salad are musttrys. 115 San Anselmo Ave, San 415.902.9084Anselmo,

Comforts Cafe American Established in 1986, Comforts has a cozy sit-down patio and serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch.

A large takeout section offers a wide selection of house-made bakery items, seasonal salads, soups, sandwiches and entrees for dinner at home. Besides the famous Chinese chicken salad, other winners are the stuffed pecancrusted French toast, flavorful scrambles, chicken okasan (nick named “Crack Chicken” by fans) and roast chicken enchiladas. Now offering curbside pick-up. 335 San Anselmo Ave, San 415.454.9840Anselmo,

Crown & Crumpet American A tidy back patio shaded by roses and cascading pear trees is ideally suited for sipping a pot of loose leaf tea, cup of pour-over coffee or a hot chocolate at this outpost of the Japantown original. Savory croissants and crumpets are just part of the breakfast menu and a traditional sausage roll and chicken pot pie are highlights at lunch. A signature afternoon tea service is available on weekends. 22 Ross Common, Ross, 415.771.4252

Cucina sa Italian Open for lunch Wednesday–Saturday and six nights a week for dinner, takeout or delivery. Homemade pastas, seasonal salads and wood-fired pizzas strike a balance between southern Italy and Northern California. Full bar and cocktails are available to go or enjoy a tipple on premise at the new heated parklet. 510 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, 415.454.2942

Flour Craft Bakery American Along with artisan gluten-free and an assortment of vegan pastries, breads 702 San Anselmo Ave, San 415.453.3100Anselmo,

Insalata’s Mediterranean Awardwinning chef Heidi Krahling’s downtown restaurant features

soulful Mediterranean fare for 24-plus years. Dinner favorites include cataplana with mussels and chorizo, option.brationsforwidetakeoutsalad.course,madelambtarianEastern-inspiredMiddlevegeplatter,Moroccanflatbread,house-pastasandofthefattoushAnexpansivecounteroffersarangeofselectionsfamilymeals,celeoraquicklunch

120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, 415.457.7700

Madcap Californian

Chef Ron Siegel opened his first solo venture in a anceddishestechniquesdientsfusingandincorporatesvegetable-centricanart-filledcontemporaryspacewithurbanedge.Themenuseafoodlocalingredients,CalifornianingreandJapaneseincolorfulthatarebold,bal-andbright.

198 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, 415.453.9898

Marinitas Mexican

This sister restaurant of Insalata’s continues to flourish as a bastion of creative Mexican and Central and South American cuisine. Not your typical Marinitasof-the-bordersouth-spot,servesup topnotch margaritas and Latin lusciousness. 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, 415.454.8900

M.H. Bread and Butter

Californian A one-stop shop for everything from coffee and pastries to artisan bread, with a seasonal brunch menu. High-quality ingredients, a comfortable atmosphere and the inviting "front porch" patio make MH worth checking out. 101 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, 415.755.4575

Marche Aux Fleurs

French A local favorite known for its cuisine and extensive atouch,paredfree-rangeandfarmedshowcasingmarketplacelocallyproduce,wildfreshseafoodandmeatspre-withanartisan’saccompaniedbylengthywineandbeer

list. Thursday night is hamburger night; make sure to request your burger with your reservation, since quantities are limited, and enjoy it alfresco on the patio. 23 Ross Common, Ross, 415.925.9200

Pizzalina Italian Famous for their Neapolitanstyle, wood-fired pizzas, the menu change daily according to seasonal markets but always includes salads, anti pastos, house-made pasta, and main dishes. Look for favorites like a classic shrimp risotto and a caprese salad with mozzarella di bufala. 914 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, 415.256.9780

Sushi 69 Japanese Opened in 2007, Sushi 69 has been a favorite for locals looking to get their fill of no-frills sushi. The owner hails from Japan and has created an extensive menu featuring tra ditional tempura and the popular Hiro’s roll (spicy tuna with avocado, salmon and ponzu sauce wrapped in sushi

rice). 69 Center Blvd, San Anselmo, 415.459.6969

Taco Jane’s Mexican Taco Jane’s full bar features a robust tequila and mezcal selection. Its regional Mexican cuisine includes Oaxacan mole, fish tacos and vegetarian options. Black Gold salsa arrives with complimentary chips and is created using charred blackened tomatoes and roasted chilis. Live music Tuesdays and Saturdays, enclosed patio seating all year round, weekday happy hour 4:30-6 p.m. 21 Tamalpais Ave, San Anselmo, 415.454.6562

Valenti & Co. Italian This bright and cozy space is the ideal environment for authentic Italian dishes made with local ingredients. The menu changes daily but look for the carpaccio of beef, the pan-seared Pekin duck and chef Valenti's famous tower of triple chocolate love at dessert. 337 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, 415.454.7800

SAN RAFAEL

Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria Californian A wide array of thin-crust pizzas, freshly made pastas and salads are the ticket here, along with isGluten-free(theylemonflame-roastedchickenwingsare"atomic").pizzacrustavailable. 1242 Fourth St, 415.455.9777

Arizmendi Bakery Californian A workerowned bakery cafe, Arzimendi prides itself on high-quality local ingredients. nextline,don'tsourdoughsandwichesbreakfastforWednesday–SundayVisitcoffeeandpastries,andlunchandartisanpizza.Ifyouwanttowaitinorderonlinefordaypickup. 1002 Fourth St, 415.456.4093

Bogie's Too American Relocated from the Civic Center to downtown San Rafael after 29 years, this second coming of Bogie’s highlights breakfast, brunch and lunch. Organic eggs anchor a breakfast and lunch menu of omelets, sandwiches and salads that Humphrey Bogart himself might recognize. While COVID persists, Bogie's will deliver meals to home-bound seniors through the Great Plates Delivered program. Look for their famous eggs Benedict, the resumption of the Sunday Sounds program, and a full spirits menu, a la "Rick's Cafe" when open once again. 1335 Fourth St, 415.492.1530

Boiadeirus Steak Brazilian The picanha is the signature cut at this Brazilian-style steak house where gauchos carrying grilled meats on long swords cruise the room, offering portions

of up to 10 meats. A huge salad bar offers everything from feijoada and potato salad to yucca and deviled eggs. 925 Fourth St, 628.253.5854

Brazilian Breads Brazilian Brazilian street eats and the country’s famed pao de quejo are on offer at this catering and baking hub and take-out shop in San Rafael’s Canal neighborhood. gluten-freeNaturallycheesy bread and tapioca crepes pair well with Brazil’s native acai bowls, coffee and desserts or build your own sandwich with linguica or roasted eggplant. 20 Medway Road, 510.647.8894

California Gold American Death Proof, a “lethal” blend of dark rum, Calvados, orange, and aromatic bitters, is just one of the pre-tiki, handmade drinks that highlight the cocktail menu in the slickly comfortable space, decked out in a style befitting the Roaring Twenties. The drinks range from California beer styles on the 12 taps to globally sourced wines. Fresh cocktails, like the tropical, smash and thunderbolt, feature produce sourced from the San Rafael farmers’ markets. Enjoy them at an outdoor table with a meal from neighbor Revel & Roost. 848 B St, 707.337.6159

Caribbean Spices Caribbean Jerk chicken with just the right amount of heat is a menu highlight at this brick-and-mortar San Rafael extension of chefowner Frantz Felix’s food truck of the same name. Go for the Caribbean sangria and Haitian specialties like griot or

Sweet Sticky Rice with Mango at Baan Thai, San Anselmo

goat curry and atatthenandsionsAmerican–inspiredAfricanverofcreolesnapperseafoodgumbo,savoryourmealasidewalktableorhome.

819 Fourth St, 415.299.2680

Flatiron American The remodeled Flatiron is where refined American bar food lives happily in its ideal environ ment — with a bevy of craft beers. Owned by the Strickers, husband-and-wifea duo, this polished sports bar serves noshes like chililime cauliflower, classic sandwiches, and truffle and waffle fries in a space that also features classic arcade games. 724 B St, 415.453.4318

Gaspare’s Italian Carved andstylescaloppini,homemadeanyplacewithcosmobusyroomtwo-roomfoyerplasterworksMoroccan-stylegracetheatthisboisterousspot.ThetothelefthostsabarwhereanItaliancocktailistoppedprosecco,butisfinetotrygnocchi,vealoraSicilianpizzawitheggplantfeta.

200 Merrydale Road, 415.472.7101

Il Davide Italian The large selection of innovative and classic Tuscan dishes and house-made pasta has kept locals coming back for years. Ingredients are organic and locally sourced where possible, and there’s a vast selection of both Italian and California wines by the glass. Heated outdoor dining and curbside pickup are available and a private party dining room accommodates up to 45. 901 A St, 415.454.8080

La Toscana Ristorante & Bar Italian Family owned and operated since 1985, La Toscana completed an extensive interior and exterior renovation, transforming an already popular San Rafael gathering spot into a place for any occa sion. The menu features classics like gnocchi and carbonara and an ample selection of wine. 3751 Redwood Hwy, 415.492.9100

LaVier Cuisine Latin American Free-range chicken and sustainable seafood plus vegan and vegetarian dishes are the focus at this all-organic Latin fusion eatery run by Mexico City native, Gabriela and her husband Guillermo, who hails from Yucatán. Try the top-selling pescado asado, puffy fish tacos with slaw and black beans or chile rellenos. The colorful street-side dining patio, bedecked with palms, feels downright tropical. 1025 C St, 415.295.7990

Le Chalet Basque

French This family-style place features dishes inspired by the Basque regions of France and Spain, like frog legs in a garlic butter and lemon sauce, a veal calf liver sauté, and sweetbreads with port wine sauce and mushrooms. On a warm night, enjoy alfresco dining on the patio. 405 North San Pedro Road, 415.479.1070

Le Comptoir French

The owners of San Francisco’s Gamine have opened their second restaurant, this time in the heart of San Rafael. The bistro serves up traditional French favor ites like beef cheeks bourguignon and onion soup gratinée in a chic and cozy setting. If

you’re planning to go, call ahead. 1301 Fourth St, 415.454.5454

Los Moles Mexican Centrally located on Lincoln Avenue, Los Moles offers traditional pueblo Mexican cuisine, with — you guessed it — a variety of different moles to enhance your dish. The menu includes enmoladas, tacos, pollo al horno, carne asada, flan and more. Stop in on Taco Tuesday when the special is quesabirria tacos or for the special Sunday buffet brunch with fresh cafe de la olla served from a clay urn and live music on the street-side patio. 912 Lincoln Ave, 415.453.5850

Masala Kitchen Indian Cuisine Indian Into a quiet corner of Montecito Plaza comes the latest from coowner and chef Timothy Maharjan and co-owner and manager Atit Subba, who serve up the varied cuisines and techniques of the Indian diaspora. A tandoor oven turns out chicken, shrimp and lamb kebabs and extensive selection of naan, roti and other breads.

Chicken Tikka Masala and Masala Chai Tea are already local favorites. 227 Third St, 415.526.3161

McInnis Park Golf Club Restaurant American Grab a meal prepared by chef Chris Harman before or after hitting the driving range (or even without picking up a club). Outdoor seating is popular, as is the full bar, with a selection of premium Scotches, small-batch bourbons and more than 50 wines from California vineyards. McInnis Park, 415.491.5959

Michael’s Sourdough American The bread is made on site and is said to have magical qualities. Fans return over and over to the San Rafael and Novato locations for their faves, ordered by number, then swoon over the huge sandos piled with meat, cheese and enough shredded lettuce to ooze out the sides and onto your lap. 999 Andersen Drive, Suite 165, 415.485.0964

Mulberry Street Pizzeria Italian Chef Ted Rowe won first place in the Food Network Television Pizza Challenge, Season 5 with his "for the love of mush room pizza" — sautéed mushrooms in a creamy garlic sauce and a red wine reduction atop a fresh crust. Be sure to try other unique pies, like the spicy three beer pizza. 101 Smith Ranch Road, 415.472.7272

Panama RestaurantHotelAmerican

The dinner menu has a large selection — tortilla soup to pumpkin and ricotta ravioli — but it’s the Sunday brunch that will please the kids. Try the Panama waffle with Grand forgardenadults.ownawithstrawberries,Marnier–infusedtoppedmascarpone,pluspitcherofmake-your-mimosasfortheThetropicalisaprimespotpeople-watching. 4 Bayview St, 415.457.3993

Pho Viet Vietnamese

Of course you come for the namesake bowl of hearty soup with clear broth, beef, noodles and vegetables at this Best of

the County winner. But the family-style favorite tucked behind a carpet store on an industrial stretch of withBoulevardFranciscobeckonsbeautifulplates of pork chops with broken steamed rice and fried eggs as well as the fresh spring and imperial rolls. 555 E. Francisco Blvd, Suite 22, 415.455.8063

Pond Farm Brewing American The microbrewery in the West End from husband and wife team Trevor and Stephanie Martens has a rotating list of beers on tap from brewer Trevor, pop-up food from local businesses in the beer garden and snacks at the bar. Stein parking is available. 1848 Fourth St, 415.524.8709

RangeCafe American

The cuisine from chef Stephen Simmons is local; seasonal; made with naturally raised ingredients; and served in a casual, comfortable and refined setting, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the grand Peacock Gap lawns. An inviting cafe at lunch with ice-cold lemonade

and refreshing chardon nays makes a great dinner spot once the sun sets. 333 Biscayne Drive, 415.454.6450

Revel & Roost Californian The atlimitedCaliforniaacrossmenuareaTouchlessflavorsEuropeannaturefreshclassicstionseightmustClassicdowntownatlocallyfromFrenchhintflower-bedeckedsun-tablesattheSpanishandflavorstocomethechefdriven,sourcedmenuthiscornerspotinSanRafael.friedchickenisaandisavailableindifferentcombinabutMediterraneanlikepaella,seafood,andsig-flatbreadsbringandAmericantothetable.paymentandcoveredheatedpatioavailable.ThefullisalsoavailablethestreetatGoldandamenuisavailableLibationTaproom. 901 B St, 415.870.9946

Rocket Roll Japanese There are plenty of fusion thecadoSmoothiessashimitoaoffersJapanese.thataround,restaurantsbutnotmanyblendMexicanandRocketRolleverythingfromspicytunaricebowlyellowfinorsalmon“sushiburritos.”liketheavo-fresherroundoutmenu.

1109 Fourth St, 415.866.0537

Sabor a Mexico Mexican Fresh mar garitas know no border, while salmon fish tacos are topped with chopped onion and cilantro a la Distrito Federal and a pambazo, a sandwich stuffed with chorizo and potato, is done up with a Jaliscan style sauce. A six-table patio offers outdoor seating. 1559 Fourth St, 415.306.9404

Shangri-La Organic Kitchen

HimalayanIndian/ The cute Nepalese dumplings known as momos come in vegetarian, vegan and sweet versions and spinach pakoras are just one of many gluten-free options on the menu. Other dishes, like a bento box with chicken or paneer tikka, New York–style pizzas, and Shangri-La veg thali, bridge the Indian diaspora. A small bar at the front of the slim space serves beer, wine and sake. 869 Fourth St, 415.459.3315

Shiro Kuma Japanese Shiro Kuma, which means polar bear, takes its inspiration from chef Yasuo Shigeyoshi’s childhood in a small rural town in the south of Japan and offers traditional-style sushi and wagyu A5 and Kobe beef to cook over ishiyaki grilling stones. Popular weekly specials include hamachi jalapeño and the omakase (chef’s choice) dinner. 1518 Fourth St, 415.295.7464

Sol Food Puerto Rican Fast becoming a Marin legend, Sol Food whips up traditional Puerto Rican dishes just like the ones owner Sol Hernandez grew up eating. Favorites include the bistec sandwich, mofongo and other fried plantain dishes, but anything tastes good with a dash of the signature hot sauce, also for sale by the bottle (as is the lemon-garlic salad dressing). Currently sharing space with sis ter restaurant, Viqtor Cafe. 901 Lincoln Ave, 415.451.4765

State Room American State Room Brewery has ditched its former diner vibe in favor of a modern

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gastropub. All draft beers are made on site and are available in sizes from half-pints to takehome growlers; beer flights are also available. The menu, created by Alex Stricker and Andrew Toy, changes seasonally and includes a burrata cheese BLT and sashimi-grade tuna poke. 1132 Fourth St, 415.295.7929

Sushi to Dai For Japanese Snagging a seat in this popular Fourth Street spot can be a challenge, but patience is rewarded with fresh sashimi and unique sushi rolls. 816 Fourth St, 415.721.0392

Taj of Marin Indian Both North and South Indian cuisine are offered here, with lunch specials and dinners that include goat

curry, spinach, lentils and tandoori. 909 Fourth St, 415.459.9555

Tam Commons Tap Room & Kitchen

American Pub grub like karaage “popcorn” chicken; French bread pizza; and big, meaty plates of ribs and tritip with all the fixin’s define the menu from chef Chris Lyon at this brewpub in a National Historic Landmark build ing in downtown San Rafael. A pull from one of the 34 taps yields a hand-crafted beer, cider or kombucha from local and global brew eries. 1300 Fourth St, 415.521.5770

Terrapin Crossroads

American This water front restaurant and music venue presents fresh food and local

talent and was opened by former Grateful Dead member Phil Lesh. The menu offers salads, savory dishes and woodfired pizzas plus a wide selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Come for the food, stay for the music. 100 Yacht Club Drive, 415.524.2773

Theresa & Johnny’s Comfort Food American

A favorite with both the kids and the foodie set, this charming eatery serves food like Mom used to make. Drop by for eggs Benedict, tuna melts, coffee and some of the best milkshakes around. 817 Fourth St, 415.259.0182

Uchiwa Ramen

Japanese When owners Benson Yang and Kevin Fong decided to open Marin’s first ramen shop

in 2014, they weren’t sure what to expect. Six years later, Uchiwa remains beloved by ramen enthusiasts for its rich broths, fresh noodles, and a wide assortment of appetiz ers. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. 821 B St, 415.524.2727

Urban Remedy

American Now serving delicious organic, non-GMO cold-pressed juices, moncashewveganroundlocations.firstopenedchoices,andgluten-free,includingsnackssmoothies,andbowls,plentyofgrain-freelow-glycemic-indexthisplacein2013astheofmanyBayAreaRawdessertsthingsout.TrytheCaesarorgivethemilkwithcinna-andvanillaashotto

see what Urban Remedy is all about. 1904 Fourth St, 415.786.8011

Vin Antico American Vin Antico, “where passion meets the plate,” serves cocktails.aingisprepared.salads,pastasflatbreads,likemarket-inspiredseasonalcuisinestone-oven-bakedhandmadeandorganicallinnovativelyThekitchenopentothedin-roomandthere’sfullbarwithartisan

881 Fourth St, 415.721.0600

Viqtor Food Puerto Rican The latest spin-off of the Puerto Rican food empire owned by Victor Cielo and Sol Hernandez operates in the same dining space of the San Rafael original and is takeout only. Familyfriendly fare (spaghetti

with garlicky shrimp, tacos with red sauce) and a pork rib sandwich cradled by the original restaurant’s famous tostones incorporate the broader flavors of the Caribbean. 902 Lincoln Ave, 415.737.0655

VN Noodle & Grill Vietnamese Located in Montecito Plaza, the restaurant has a robust menu of standard Vietnamese fare, includ ing a wide selection of rice plates, pho and of course, iced coffee. 421 Third St, 415.306.4299

Whipper RestaurantSnapperCaribbean

Owner/chef Bill Higgins serves tapas, sangria and reasonably priced organic dishes.

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ingredients with Latin flavors. Be sure to try the popular fish tacos, Cuban “cigars” and chocolate bread pud ding. Available for parties and special gatherings, plus a back patio for alfresco dining. 1613 Fourth St, 415.256.1818

Yet Wah Chinese Named for the founder’s wife (“Yet” refers to the moon, “Wah” to brightness), this beloved mainstay has a tradi tional Chinese menu and daily dim sum. Expect live music in the Kung Fu Lounge. 1238 Fourth St, 415.460.9883

SAUSALITO

Angelino Restaurant Italian Multiple gen erations of the Arcona family create an authentic Italian eatery with handmade pastas and seasonal antipasti that has showcased the cuisine of the Campania region for more than 20 years. The newer Angelino Pastry Bar features classic croissants, focaccia and a raspberry-polenta Pop Tart, among other treats with pickup from 8 a.m. 621 Bridgeway, 415.331.5225

Arawan Thai Thai Sure, this downtown favorite serves up popular dishes like pad Thai and vegetarian Siamese rolls but the menu runs deeper into regional Thai flavors with offerings like a fermented tea leaf salad and soft shell crab curry. 47 Caledonia St, 415.729.9395

Aurora Ristorante & Pizzeria Italian Novato’s Aurora has a counterpart in southern Marin. Traditional Italian food, a full bar, and friendly service make it a great option for families and sports fans, who can

keep up-to-date on the game via flat-screen TV. The location on the south side of town is a boon, too, when a quieter meal is called for. 300 Valley St, 415.339.8930

Avatar’s Indian If you’re on the hunt for innovative, multi-culti Indian fare, head to Avatar’s. Sip masala chai sweet ened with brown sugar before digging into Cajun-spiced shrimp on the heated and shaded patio. A curried sweet potato enchilada in the casual one-room res taurant makes a quick vegetarian lunch or dinner. 2656 415.332.8083Bridgeway,

Bar Bocce American Food just tastes better on a bayside patio with fire pits and a bocce ball court. Order one of the sourdough bread pizzas, a shredded kale salad and a glass of wine and you’ll see why this casual, beachy eatery, overseen by Robert Price of Mill Valley's Buckeye and Bungalow 44, has become a local favorite. 1250 Bridgeway, 415.331.0555

Barrel House Tavern Californian Stop by Barrel House for a feel ing of rising above it all (it's on the second floor) where the soaring ceiling work reflects the restaurant's name. The barrel-aged cocktails are worth a visit (try the Negroni) but dishes like maitake mushroom flat bread and tartare tacos reflect a locally focused ethos that is enhanced by the cool setting and fantastic bay and city views. 660 415.729.9593Bridgeway,

Bump Bar Californian

The bar and cafe boasts an intimate 12 seats facing the kitchen, an array of sustainably sourced caviar and roe and a seafood-centric menu that makes the most of the sea’s briniest delight. Stick with the traditional presentation and delight in tiny bubble bursts atop blini, egg, creme fraiche and minced red onion or go all out with the seven-course tasting menu. Plates like binchotan grilled lobster with herbs or black cod topped with truffles as well as the aforementioned easy to pop eggs make this a great place for a bite and a glass of bubbly or to savor an extended caviar experi ence. 1403 415.332.0826Bridgeway,

Copita Mexican Co-owner Joanne Weir, along with chef Daniel Tellez, presents fresh Mexican fare in the heart of downtown Sausalito. The ever-changing menu is 100 percent glutenfree, masa is prepared and pressed in house for each and every tortilla, and the in-house tequila bar serves over 100 varieties, ideal for crafting your own margarita. Dine at the bar (when it is permitted again) or on the outdoor patio for great peoplewatching. 739 Bridgeway, 415.331.7400

Dario’s Restaurant Italian Dario’s, a 40-year-old pizza joint, updated the menu with Mediterranean flair. In addition to the thin-crust pizzas, you can spice up an order of pepperoni 'za with items like lamb meatballs, chicken shawarma and falafel wraps. 2829 415.332.6636Bridgeway,

Davey Jones Deli American Stationed in the New Bait Shop Market, Davey Jones Deli offers houseroasted sandwich meats, healthy condiments and local, organic vegetables; the deli serves sandwiches, veggiewiches, wraps and salads with vegetarian, vegan and meat-lover options. Because the sandwiches are so generous, this easy stop is a must during a day of boating, biking, hiking and general adventuring around Marin. It stays open late, too, for those nights when you need a sandwich and a soda 'round midnight. Gate 6 Road, 415.331.2282

F3/Fast Food Francais French Owned and operated by the owners of Le Garage, F3 serves brunch, lunch and dinner

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39 Caledonia St, 415.887.9047

Feng Nian Chinese

This spacious, popular hangout has served up wonton soup, potstick ers and daily specials for nearly two decades. For an indulgent treat, order the Szechwan crispy calamari, honey-glazed walnut prawn or lemon chicken. At lunch, the spicy green bean chicken is a favorite of one of our staffers. A gluten-free menu is available. 2650 Bridgeway, 415.331.5300

Fish Seafood It has been said that this restaurant and fish m arket launched the sustainable seafood movement, making it the ultimate place for freshly caught, unobjectionable fare. Order any of the day's offerings — the menu changes daily but usually has a variation of fish tacos, ceviche and grilled fish of the day — then take in the bay views on the open-air deck. Though cash is still king, credit cards are now accepted (woot!). 350 Harbor 415.331.3474Drive,

Fred's Place American Famous for its breakfasts and its new outdoor patio, Fred’s is a Sausalito institution. Locals rave about dishes like the millionaire’s bacon, a sweet and sticky delight. It is perhaps best known for a dish called the Italian Swedish. That's wheat toast topped with a lean patty, cheese, poached eggs, tomatoes, mush rooms and peppers. Get it? 1917 415.332.4575Bridgeway,

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300 Turney St, 415.766.8999

Kitti’s Place Thai This home-style family-run restaurant has been in town for over 20 years. It features Californiainspired favorites like lettuce cups stuffed with chicken and almonds,

soft spring rolls and a curried turkey burger. A patio out front gets midday sun, even in winter. 3001 415.331.0390Bridgeway,

Le Garage French

Escape the tourist crush for an indulgent meal right on the water in a spacious room that was once, well, you know. The atmosphere is animated with light French music (à la Amélie) and plenty of natural light from the often open garage door. A Nicoise salad is gussied up with white anchovies and the croque monsieur oozes with Gruyere and mustard-infused bechamel sauce. Escargot, tucked into puff pastry, is easily reheated at home. 85 Liberty Ship Way, 415.332.5625

Murray Circle American Cavallo

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601 Murray Circle, 415.339.4750

Osteria Divino Italian

Authentic Florentine cooking with an eye on local and seasonal means fresh fare all year long. The extensive artisan pasta selec tion includes vegan and vegetarian options and a breakfast menu includes frittatas and English muffins sand wiches. Live music is expected to resume,

Tueday-Sunday, when COVID restrictions are lifted. 37 Caledonia St, 415.331.9355

Poggio Italian Vitello sliced excruciatingly thin and topped with lemon and tonnato sauce is a singular dish in the hands of executive chef Benjamin Balesteri, who creates Northern Italian fare using local and Italian ingredients. The bar may be the most hopping in town and is recognized for its killer Negroni. Private dining rooms above the restaurant can accommodate larger parties (10 to 150 guests) when such activities resume. 777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771

Saylor’s Restaurant and Bar Mexican Chef/ owner Sean Saylor uses fresh local ingredients and seafood to create a distinctively Cabo combination of Californian and Mexican cuisine. That means polenta with green chili and mozzarella or a Caesar salad with ancho chili croutons and queso fresco. Choose from more than 200 varieties of tequilas that are even better when enjoyed in the private Cabo Wabo room, named for (and approved by) Mill Valley's own tequila master, Sammy Hagar. Or, sip and savor on the heated Agave Terrace out back, where the vibe is just as festive as it is inside. 2009 Bridgeway, 415.332.1512

Scoma’s of Sausalito Italian Sausalito’s oldest seafood house. Scoma’s boat, berthed at Pier 47, fishes seasonally and is approved for salmon and Dungeness crab, resulting in fresh catches year-round. The menu at both the Sausalito and Fisherman's

Wharf locations were revamped by chef Gordon Drysdale in accordance with the andwholeregularlyWatchBayresponsibleenvironmentallyMontereyAquariumSeafoodprogramandfeaturescrabs,chowdersgrilledfish. 588 Bridgeway, 415.332.9551

Seafood MarketRestaurantPeddlerandFish

Seafood The fish is bought daily from local fishers, who are also restaurant patrons and make the bar scene one of the liveliest in town. (A separate, quieter dining room is often open as well.) The fish market features everything from cioppino and flash-fried Monterey Bay calamari to crab cakes and clam chowder by the pint. Recipes are adjusted to incorporate the freshest catch. 303 Johnson St, 415.332.1492

Spinnaker Seafood Chef Phil Collins excels at preparing seafood, and it shows in the beautifully plated presentations. Set right on the water with sweeping views of San Francisco, this romantic spot is great for an evening occasion. 100 Spinnaker Dr, 415.332.1500

Sushi Ran Japanese Sample innovative small plates just big enough to share before enjoying some of the best sushi the Bay Area has to offer; the prices don’t deter the herd of enthusiasts who line up nightly to partake. Just stopping by? The wine, cocktail and sake lists keep even the pickiest barfly satisfied. Reservations are required in the main room. 107 Caledonia St, 415.332.3620

Taste of the Himalayas Himalayan Popular for lunch and dinner, serving dishes from countries close to the famous mountain region. Stick with familiar curry and tandoori or dive into regional specialties like jasha maroo (from Bhutan) and churi pama (from Tibet) found nowhere else. 2633 Bridgeway, 415.331.1335

ThaiTanic Street Food Thai Sausalito gets a Thai spot from the owners of My Thai in San Rafael and Novato. The nautical-themed res taurant offers Bangkok street favorites like srira cha wings, pad Thai and barbecued meats. 1001 Bridgeway, 415.331.8007

The Trident Seafood Set in a restaurant,inrestaurantClub,thebuildingturn-of-the-centuryconstructedforSanFranciscoYachtthiswaterfrontisashoo-fordatenight.Theafamous

1970s hangout, is now known for supporting local farmers, fishers and organic food producers in everything from its chips.beer-batteredwithcioppinowell-regardedtoaLouiesaladcraborprawnsandfishand 558 415.331.3232Bridgeway,

TIBURON

Caffe Acri Italian The well-lit corner cafe in Tiburon is a go-to for bikers, city commuters, and locals. Diners will find Italian roast espresso drinks, freshly baked pastries, and eggs for breakfast and a selection of soups, salads and paninis for lunch. A market stacked with pantry items and coffee is currently operating inside the cafe. 1 Main St, 415.435.8515

Rustic Bakery Californian This location of the beloved bakery offers the same menu as the other locations in Novato and Larkspur, as well as outdoor dining. Enjoy a wide array of fresh salads, sandwiches and pastries on the boardwalk. 1550 Tiburon Blvd, 415.797.6123

Salt & Pepper American With its hardwood floors and blue-check ered tablecloths, the sun-filled, one-room restaurant is an area favorite. Scallops, ribeye steak, a beef burger and traditional crab cakes with jalapeño dipping sauce are some of the popular choices. 38 Main St, 415.435.3594

Sam’s Anchor Cafe American Reopened after an andspiffytie-upshouseremodel,extensiveSam'sboatfeelandboatareintactandwhiteumbrellasdeckchairslinethe

expansive waterfront patio. All-day cocktails remain a fixture, as does the signature cioppino, while offerings like crab toast, a roaming oyster cart, and a raw bar reflect the menu's enduring seafood focus. 27 Main St, 415.435.4527

Servino Ristorante Italian Chef and owner Angelo Servino highlights waterfrontlaseafoodextensivealsoonspecialties.pizzas,pastas,includingofingredientsorganicinanarrayrusticItaliandishes,house-madewood-ovenandseasonalLocatedthebay,Servinopridesitselfonitssustainableprogram.Savordolcevitaonthepatio.

9 Main St, 415.435.2676

Tiburon Tavern Californian The atmosphere here is enhanced by two outdoor patios, two indoor fireplaces, and fresh flowers. Happy

hour is 3-6:30 p.m. every day. 1651 Tiburon Blvd, 415.435.5996

Via Piccola Trattoria Italian Pedro and Maria Ulloa (formerly of San Rafael’s Arrivederci) opened a new spot with dishes like veal saltimbocca and hand made pappardelle alla Abruzzese (gluten-free pasta is available) at lunch and dinner with tiramisu or key lime pie for dessert. The heated patio is shaded from the the lights of the nearby parking lot. 1 Blackfield Dr. #11 at The Cove, 415.388.9100

Waypoint Pizza Pizza Family-friendly, pickupOrderfans,saladsmetcooked-to-orderwithgourpies,slices,freshand,forsportsalarge-screenTV.onlineforquickordelivery. 15 Main St, 415.435.3440

WEST MARIN

Dillon Beach Coastal Kitchen Californian Inspired by Marin’s foodshed, Dillon Beach Resort, locoated west of Tomales, offers seasonal coastal cuisine like local line-caught fish and chips, classic clam chowder and Stemple Creek burger. tioncream8alsoBeachaccompanyingTheDillonGeneralStorefeaturesDoubleDairysoftserveiceandalocalselec-ofwinesandbeers.

1 Beach Ave, Dillon Beach, 707.878.3030

Due West at Olema House Californian The dark blue walls accented with recessed golden light give the choppedguiniincludingmodernatrestaurant-cum-saloonrefreshedOlemaHouseafeel.Themenu,aburger,linandclamsandasalad,skews

all-day casual and speaks to the inn and restaurant’s crossroads locale. 10005 Highway 1, Olema, 415.663.1264

Nick’s Cove American

This escape along Tomales Bay is famous for barbecued local oysters, Dungeness crab mac ’n’ cheese and cocktails andmostdiningandlounge.pieraofvide120-seatLargehomegrownincorporatingingredients.windowsintherestaurantpropicturesqueviewsTomalesBay,orenjoyseatoutsidealongtheorinthewaterfrontThecozybarfireplaceinthemainroommakestheoffog-whippedrainydays. 23240 Highway 1, 415.663.1033Marshall,

Rancho Nicasio

American Known for live music and an extensive menu

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1 Old Rancheria Road, Nicasio, 415.662.2219

Saltwater Oyster

Depot Seafood A seat at the room-length bar or on the patio at this snug spot on Tomales Bay’s west shore can be tough to snag on a busy summer weekend, but oysters pulled straight from the bay moments before, served broiled and on the half shell, are worth the wait. Locally sourced ingredients get equal billing in dishes like halibut crudo and a lamb burger. 12781 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Inverness, 415.669.1244

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Sir & Star at the Olema Californian The historic inn is now a roadhouse-style res taurant featuring rustic decor and a menu with just about everything sourced from Marin. Try the house-made bread and honey butter, the kale Caesar and the stuffed quail, then come back and work your way through the everchanging menu. 10000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Olema, 415.663.1034

Smiley's Saloon

American The self-pro claimed oldest saloon on the West Coast and best party in town reopened in October after a lengthy remodel to improve everything from the deck to the sewer system. The new menu at Smiley’s Cantina leans Mexican-American

with dishes like local catch mezcal ceviche, vegan tortilla soup and a rotating menu of familystyle plates and a kids' menu. Yes, the house margaritas are still here. 41 Wharf Rd, 415.663.0303Bolinas,

Station House Cafe American Known for their house-made pop overs, which chef Aaron Wright makes available at every meal, this cozy cafe is also recognized for fresh oysters, grassfed burgers, and an "everything fresh, local and homegrown" ethos. Dog-friendly patio din ing is available when the weather allows. 11180 Highway 1, Point Reyes Station, 415.663.1515

Tony's Seafood Seafood The crowds still come on sunny weekends for the barbecue oysters and amazing views of Tomales Bay but the restaurant's purchase by the Hog Island Oyster Co team meant a refresh of the interior and a spiffed-up menu of salads and seafood pulled from the bay’s waters. 18863 Shoreline Hwy, Marshall, 415.663.1107

William Tell House American The oldest continuously operat ing saloon in Marin makes a mean apple brandy cocktail aptly named for the Swiss folk hero William Tell (who famously shot an arrow off his son’s head), but the revamped restaurant strives to make its name around food with a seafood chowder made with

local cod, a Cobb salad with applewood bacon, and a butcher’s cut of the day sourced from nearby Stemple Creek Ranch and grilled to order. 26955 Highway 1, Tomales, 707.879.2002

SF EASTANDBAY

Baia Italian The global plant-based SoCal hospitality brand Matthew Kenney Cuisine arrived in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley neighborhood (in the former Jardiniere space) this summer with an Italian comfort food menu (think meatballs, pizza, and lasagna). When the time is right, the redone interior will welcome guests to dine in just steps from Symphony Hall. 300 Grove St, San Francisco, 415.861.0625

Benu Asian Plan on a formal and sophisticated evening. The compositions on the tasting menu provide a full experience of this restaurant’s unique Asian fusion cuisine. On Sundays, Benu's kitchen is offering menu previews of San Ho Won, chef Corey Lee's new Korean fine dining concept. 22 Hawthorne St, San 415.685.4860Francisco,

Bun Mee Vietnamese A fun lunch spot that puts a flavorful twist on classic Vietnamese in dishes like a Hawker Bowl with eggs and fresh herbs, Hanoi style crispy catfish and pork belly buns. Sit back in this playful space and enjoy the San Francisco vibes. 2015 Fillmore St, San Francisco, 415.800.7696

Capo’s Chicago Italian If you’re craving classic Chicago-style Italian and a venue to match, the endless pizza choices and flavorful pasta and meat selections here will more than satisfy your appetite and take you back in time to the mobster days of the 1920s. 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, 415.986.8998

Craftsman and Wolves American At this contemporary pâtisserie in the Mission District, pastry whiz William Werner serves eggfilled muffins known as the Rebel Within, bonbons, coffee and many other sweet and savory baked goods. 746 Valencia St, San Francisco, 415.913.7713

Epic Steak American

An upscale meat lover’s mecca with a sophisticated atmosphere, Epic Steak’s bayside eatery delivers on all fronts. Professional service, choice cuts of prime rib and chocolatebittersweetfudgecake are among the things that keep patrons coming back. An upstairs bar is also a happy hour favorite. 369 Embarcadero, San Francisco, 415.369.9955

Espetus Churrascaria

Brazilian This steak house boasts a tasting menu of 14 meat courses grilled with the tradi tional Brazilian method. Patrons control the pace of the prix fixe experience with col ored signal cards. 1686 Market St, San Francisco, 415.552.8792

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine Thai First impressions matter and this establishment makes a bold one with a staple item. The rice here is blue. Not artificially dyed, but tinged by butterfly pea flowers, which is a current trending ingredient in Thailand. Topped with a dollop of shaved ice, the Thai iced tea is also as fun to look at as it is to consume. The popular Wagyu beef rolls and fried chicken round out the menu. 710 Florida St, San Francisco, 415.814.2920

Frances Californian San Francisco elegance meets comfort food. The local, seasonal menu complements any trip to the city. Bar is reserved for walk-ins, but reservations are recommended. 3870 17th St, San Francisco, 415.621.3870

Gather Californian Nicknamed the “omnivore’s solution,” this gem gets its menu inspiration from local farmers, ranchers and artisan food produc ers, but executive chef Anthony Lee’s microseasonal fare attracts vegans too. Brunch here is a weekend favorite. A new on-site market offers meal kits and staples like coffee and eggs and are available for delivery or pick-up. 2200 Oxford St, Berkeley, 510.809.0400

Hopscotch Californian

An upscale diner with patio in Oakland serving regional American food with a Japanese influence. Popular items include yonsei oyster with sea urchin, salmon roe and citrus, and the first base burger with grilled beef tongue. No time to dine in? The takeout menu features an eight-piece bucket of fried chicken. 1915 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, 510.788.6217

Hotel MacRestaurant American Filled with old-world charm, this establishment has been serving American clas sics since 1911. Executive chef Jaime Molina’s seasonal menu features freshly prepared fish and favorites like chicken cordon bleu. Weekly specials including Friday’s half-off bottles of wine keep patrons loyal, as does the live music featured nightly. 50 Washington Ave, Point Richmond, 510.233.0576

Jaranita Latin American

Its name refers to a “spontaneous colorful street celebration in Peru” and the quaffable sake cocktails, grilled chicken with huacatay sauce, small plates like

salchipaps and whole roasted cauliflower, and chocolate cake with dulce de leche do indeed make it feel festive at this colorful spot. Heated, covered outdoor dining is available. 3340 Steiner St, San Francisco, 415.655.9585

Loló Mexican menu.ofandpatio,includingwholetraditionalfreshcuisineFrancisco-styleSanMexicanfusesmarket-ingredientswithdishes.Theatmosphere,theoutdoorisbright,colorfulfestive,areflectionLoló’sflavor-blasted

974 Valencia St, San 415.643.5656Francisco,

Lord Stanley American

In the short time it’s been open, this eatery by missed.awithBauer.restaurantFranciscoa-halfinMichelinBleaseteamhusband-and-wifeRupertandCarriehasearnedastartwoyearsarowandthree-and-starsfromSanChroniclecriticMichaelTheonionpetalssherryvinegarisfavoriteandnottobe

2065 Polk St, San Francisco, 415.872.5512

Maybeck's American Erik Lowe and Aaron Toensing serve inventive American standards, including fried chicken and bubbly on Tuesday and a resurrection of beef Wellington on Wednesdays. The chefs explore regional culinary traditions and translate them into a Northern California lexicon, as evidenced by their playful menu and a Negronicentered bar. 3213 Scott St, San 415.939.2726Francisco,

Merchant Roots American Merchant Roots serves many roles: its specialty food store and wine shop, casual eatery, and fine-dining restaurant. During the day, it offers pastries, sandwiches, salads, pasta that’s made on site, cheese and charcuterie, as well as gourmet pantry items. By night, the space turns into The Table at Merchant Roots, an intimate dinner experi ence featuring a rotating themed tasting menu. 1365 Fillmore St, San Francisco, 530.574.7365

Michael Mina Californian Michael Mina has clearly mastered the fine line between award-winning art and Alaskan halibut. Each brilliantly crafted dish has a delicate blend of flavors that add up to a distinctive, luxurious dining experience. Mina Family Kitchen, a takeout only concept, means all of the Mina restaurant concepts are available for pickup and delivery daily. 252 California St, San Francisco, 415.397.9222

Namu Gaji Korean In a clean and natural interior with views of Dolores Park, shiitake mushroom dumplings and dishes made with produce from Namu’s private farm are among the many treats to discover. 499 Dolores St, San Francisco, 415.431.6268

Niku Steakhouse

Japanese This American steakhouse has a distinct Japanese influence and eschews predictable fare, offering a 10-course seasonal tast ing menu in addition to an à la carte menu where vegetables get the same kind of attention as meat — kimchi and koji are

made on site. Notable dishes include Japanese wagyu from the Hyogo prefecture, in-house dry-aged domestic beef, porterhouse steak and a bone-in tomahawk steak intended for sharing. 61 Division St, San Francisco, 415.829.7817

Nopa Californian The easy California menu shows off roasted chicken and pork chops, with a bouquet of appetizers to set the mood. Although this San Francisco destination is busy almost every night (a good sign), the wait at the legendary bar is half the fun. 560 Divisadero St, San 415.864.8643Francisco,

Perry’s American This Union Street institution with branches on the Embarcadero and in Larkspur is famous for classic American food, personable service and a bustling bar. Signature dishes include Cobb salad, prime steaks eggs Blackstone and of course, the burger. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch weekends and holidays. 1944 Union St, San Francisco, 415.922.9022

Pikanhas SteakhouseBrazilianBrazilian This flavors.allspecialarelambentRichmondsteakhouseall-you-can-eatinPointoffersdiffercutsofbeef,pork,andchickenthatslowlycookedwithgrillstopreservethenaturaljuicesand 25 W Richmond Ave, Point 510.237.7585Richmond,

Pizzaiolo Italian An Italian gem opened in 2005 with a focus on topping his handmade pizzas with locally sourced meats and produce. The menu changes daily and includes house

favorites like wild nettles and pecorino pizza and braised Marin Sun Farms pork with Tokyo turnips and apples. Breakfast is served Monday though Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. 5008 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, 510.652.4888

Presidio Social Club

American Owner Ray Tang opened Presidio Social Club with the idea of providing guests the comforts of a club without the dues. Executive chef Wesley Shaw — a native Texan with a penchant for Southern tastes — plans many seasonal events including clambakes and pig roasts. Popular menu items include Sonoma lamb and gemelli pasta as well as the grilled bavette steak, all available on the patio, too. 101 Montgomery St, 415.561.3600

Rich Table Californian

A bright, relaxed S.F. environment for dishes made from farmers’ market ingredients, with creatively quirky cocktails and a comprehensive wine list. 199 Gough St, San Francisco, 415.355.9085

Salt House American

Owned by Mill Valley brothers Mitchell and Steven Rosenthal and Doug Washington, Salt House's chef Evan Gotanda's menu highlights a Japanese influence and includes seasonal dishes like roasted cauliflower with cashews, kabocha squash and furikake, as well as housemade pastas. 545 Mission St, San Francisco, 415.543.8900

Serpentine American Owner/chef Tommy Halvorson, formerly of Chez Panisse, Bix and Gary Danko, puts his own Southern spin on the menu here. Honey fried chicken is a standout for brunch and dinner, as is a reimagined cocktail selection. 2495 Third St, San Francisco, 415.252.2000

Sessions at the Presidio American Located just across the Golden Gate Bridge, this restaurant has serious ties to Marin. The fruits, vegetables, herbs and olive oil hail from our county thanks in part to the restaurant’s partner ship with Skywalker Ranch. Additionally, the 100 craft beer offerings, including 24 draft options, will keep beer lovers more than

satisfied. Enjoy them all on the patio, complete with Marin views. 1 Letterman Drive, San Francisco, 415.655.9413

State Bird Provisions American From local seafood and seasonal vegetables to savory pancakes, not to mention the California state biRoad, this uncommon dim sum–style setup has a bit of everything. 1529 Fillmore St, San Francisco, 415.795.1272

The Brew Coop American At San Francisco’s first-ever self-pour taproom patrons use provided RFID cards as they select from the 26 beers, ciders and wine that are available — pours cost between 50 to 80 cents per ounce and your choices are added

to your card. A robust menu of sharable bar snacks like street tacos, carne asada fries, fried chicken and wings plus seven big-screen televisions make this a prime spot to catch a game. 819 Valencia St, San Francisc o

The Pressed Cafe Italian Tucked in the lobby of 3 Embarcadero Center, this Italian spot from the owners of Mill Valley's Prabh Indian Kitchen, has a wide selection of paninis and artisanal coffee for breakfast and lunch. 3 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, 415.781.0302

The Progress Californian The second venture from State Bird Provisions chefproprietors Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski is as innovative as the first. Along with seasonal variations on favorites like roti, pierogis and meat-centric platters meant for sharing, sip on a craft cocktail or pick from general manager and wine director Jason expansiveAlexander’swinelist.1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, 415.673.1294

Town Hall American

The exposed brick and warm, Americanwinemore-than-adequateenvironment.anHall’slightingunconventionalturnTownlargespaceintointimateyetelegantWithalistandsavoryclassicslike

fried chicken with rosemary crushed marble potatoes, a visit here should be on everyone’s list. 342 Howard St, San Francisco, 415.908.3900

Wildseed VegetarianVegan/ The plantbased trend put down roots in Cow Hollow, where chef Blair Warsham serves up shareable bites of beet poke, Mexican corn cakes and a ceviche of king trumpet mushrooms. Add a “neatball” to one of the many salads and bowls on the menu to boost your protein intake or simply chill with a freshly juiced

cocktail or biodynamic wine at this aspira tional eatery. 2000 Union St, San Francisco, 415.872.7350

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OUT of Site, Haight Ashbury

ARTS

LECTURES&

THROUGH JUL 3

A Spirit of Disruption Celebrating its 150th anniversary, the San Francisco Art Institute’s exhibition reflectsthe school’s extraordinary legacy and its profound and sustained influence

on contemporary art, shedding light on some of the seminal, but often overlooked, figuresof the Bay Area arts scene. sfai.edu

MAY 11–JUNE 6 Brilliant

MAY 20–JUNE 9 Swan Lake Tchaikovsky’s in imitable ballet of love

Mind Inspired by the stories of firt-genera tion Americans, play wright Denmo Ibrahim designed a play for the Marin andexistthegrantticsthatCompany’sTheatredigitalstageexcavatesthepoliofgenderinimmicommunitiesandchallengesthatbetweentraditionculture. marintheatre.org

and betrayal is updated with Helgi productionchoreographyTomasson’sina2016availableforstreaming. sfballetorg

MAY 28–DEC 4 Next to You A new exhibition of photography, paint ing and sculpture from the McEvoy Family Collection asks viewers

to consider how their interior and exterior selves meet again in time and space now that intimacy, as we once knew it, has been trans formed. mcevoyarts.org

MAY 29–JULY 18 Convergence After a year of varietycolor,apartcombiningasexplorearoundfeaturesContemporaryatlicpersonalredefiningourandpubspaces,anexhibitMarinMuseumofArtartistsfromthecountrywhoconceptssuchmerging,verging,andcominginshape,form,andmeaninginaofmedia. marinmoca.org

JUNE 3–12 ODC Theater

JUNE 4 Berkeley Labs’ Cyclotron Tour The East Bay center of science research is hosting a series of events to honor its 90th birthday, in cluding a virtual tour of the 88-Inch Cyclotron, which conducts experi ments for scientists re searching the structure of the atomic nucleus, astrophysics, super heavy elements and new technologies sources.superconductingincludingion lbl.gov

Festival Two weeks of virtual events will fea ture everything from in-process works to repertory and a world premiere filmby ODC Theater Resident Artist, Antoine Hunter. odc.dance

JUNE 8 Blue Marble Benefit Aquarium of the Bay honors World Oceans Day with an in-

THEATER / COMEDY / MUSIC / MUSEUMS / EVENTS / FILM / TALKS EDITED BY CHRISTINA MUELLER

person andearth’scommitmenttheirdesignedfundraisertoensurelong-standingtonurturevariedbeautybiodiversity. bayecotarium.org

JUNE 10 Collateral Damage Best-selling au thor Mark Shaw returns via livestream to discuss his latest book, a deep dive into his DorothygativeF.Monroe,ousbetweenintoinvestigativeongoingresearchtheconnectionsthemysterideathsofMarilynPresidentJohnKennedyandinvestireporterKilgallen. commonwealthclub.org

JUNE 11 Dena Grunt

The proprietor of Nick’s Cove and Cottages in Marshall sits down with Avram Kosasky to discuss her new book, Table with a View: The History and Recipes of Nick’s Cove, and cele brate the culinary boun ty of West Marin. ptreyesbooks.com

JUNE 11 Loving Before Loving Joined in con versation with writer Sarah Ladipo Manyika, Joan Steinau Lester discusses her recent memoir, which ex plores her work figh ing for love and justice before, during and after

the Supreme Court’s 1967 decision, Loving v. Virginia, which struck down bans on interra cial marriage.  moadsf.org

JUNE 12 OUT of Site: Haight-Ashbury Tina D’Elia leads guests on a thecounterculturemousneighborhoodrythewalkingperformance-basedtourtorevealhiddenqueerhistooftheSanFranciscosynonywiththehippieof1960s. eyezen.org

JUNE 20 Alka Joshi The author of The Henna Artist discusses her new book, The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, with Sujata Massey and Freida Pinto in an online event. bookpassage.com

COMEDY

JUNE 5 Best of San Francisco Stand-Up Until we can all laugh out loud in theaters again, savor the laughs from shows previously held at San Francisco’s

Variety Theater.Preview bestofstandup.com

JUNE 19 Interruption Show The Bay Area’s Dalia Malek and a ro tating cast of co-hosts break into other come dians’ routines in an effortto throw them offtheir game and elicit laughs. daliamalek.com

FILM

JUNE 1–JULY 18 East Meets West The filmsof Berlin-based filmmaer Ulrike Ottinger includ ing “Freak Orlando” from 1981 and scheduled2020Calligrammes”“Parisfromwereoriginallyforviewing in the spring of 2020, and are available in conjunc tion with an exhibit of her photographs. bampfa.org

JUNE 3–20 San Francisco Documentary Film Festival A fer vent wish to be back on screen at the Roxie Theater may soon come true but for now, the

showcase for local, national and interna tional filmsis virtual. sfindiecom

JUNE 4 Super Frenchie

An intimate look at the life of professional skier and BASE jumper Matthias Giraud, who attempts death-defying stunts while starting a family, the filmis avail able to stream or watch in the theater. rafaelfilmcafilmorg

JUNE Frameline4510–27 A huge lineup of new and virtu ally accessible LGBTQ+ filmsin the world fea tures 50 filmscreenings, live and prerecorded intros, movie night at Oracle Park, and live conversations with community and celeb rity personalities. frameline.org

JUNE 11–12 Pride Movie Night Pride month will look differentagain this year with socially distanced and ticketed events, including two nights of movies at San Francisco’s Oracle Park. sfpride.org

MUSIC

JUNE 5 EmmanuelTommy“The Muse Hour,” a pre-record ed concert with the renowned acoustic guitarist, includes vocal izations and melodies that may have you sing ing along, followed by a live, moderated Q&A session with the artist. lutherburbankcenter.org

JUNE 5 Pokey LaFarge

A live show at the Sweetwater features songs from Rock Bottom Rhapsody, the latest album from a stylistic shape-shifter that digs into the tumult LaFarge tumbled into in 2018 and his uplifting gence,life-affirminre-emeranddespiteCovid. sweetwatermusichall.org

JUNE 15 Shallou The artist also known as Joe Boston has a follow ing for his genre-defy ing electronic pop and shows offhis skills at a live show rescheduled from May 2020. thefoxoakland.com

Denmo Ibrahim, Marin Theater Company

East Meets Wests’ Aton Circling Home

McEvoy Center

Bay Area’s Better Makers

• ARTISTS FROM CEDARS OF MARIN AND THE BRANSON SCHOOL TEAM UP TO CREATE HEROES AND HEROINES ART EXHIBIT Collaborative Exhibit Raises $2,700; Proceeds Benefit Cedars

This Spring, artists from Cedars, a Marin County-based nonprofit dedicated to support ing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, teamed up with high school art students at The Branson School in Ross to create an exciting new art exhibit, Heroes and Heroines. Through paintings and drawings, each artist depicted their own personal hero, with subjects ranging from Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the goddess Artemis to Spiderman and Dolly Parton.

From March 4 to April 23, the complete Heroes and Heroines exhibit was shown online, along with select pieces at Artist Within – A Cedars Gallery in downtown San Anselmo. Each piece of the exhibit was for sale, raising more than $2,700 during the exhibition period.

“At Cedars, our professiona l fine art program is designed to help our artists find their best creative expression,” says Chuck Greene, executive director of Cedars. “This kind of artistic collaboration has enabled the artists on both sides to learn from each other and be inspired by each other. It has unequivocally deepened our partnership.” cedarslife.org

Eva Lacy Carter

• BRIDGE THE GAP COLLEGE PREP RAISES $600,000 TO SUPPORT MARIN CITY’S COLLEGE HOPEFULS Funds From Vines & Visions Online Gala Supports Students Deeply Impacted by the Covid-19 Pandemic

Bridge the Gap College Prep (BTGCP) held its annual fundraising event, Vines & Vision Together We Rise Gala on March 11. The nonprofit currently serves 250 students in grades K–12 in Marin City, providing academic, social and emotional support, and helping those students reach their goal to attend college.

IMPACT: More than $600,000 was raised, which will go toward Marin City students in grades K–12, providing academic, social and emotional support.

SPONSORS: Dodge & Cox, The Larson Family Charitable Trust and the Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation

• CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES’ SPRING FORWARD SCIENCE SOIREE RAISES $1 MILLION TO SUPPORT MUSEUM’S NEW INITIATIVES Held on Earth Day, the virtual fundraising event connected the academy’s brightest minds with its most passionate supporters

On April 22, the 168-year-old California Academy of Sciences once again showed its resiliency after a tough year of museum building closures, plus its deep dedication to science by raising a whopping $1 million dollars during its virtual event, Spring Forward Science Soiree.

During the event, the academy’s executive director, Dr. Scott Sampson, unveiled the academy’s new mission to regenerate the natural world through science, learn ing and collaboration. Several scientists, including Dr. Rebecca Albright and Dr. Brian Fisher, presented talks and videos to show the nonprofit’s many game-changing initiatives to save coral reefs, preserve endangered species, stop deforestation and explore uncharted oceans. The event also featured a virtual after-party starring electro-funk duo Chromeo. calacademy.org

The online event, presented by the BTGCP Advisory Council and chaired by council member Sasha Larson, was geared to supporting Bridge the Gap College Prep’s programs and its response to the Covid-19 pandemic. It was led by emcee William Cole-Woods, BTGCP Board Member and former program director. Several speakers offered heartfelt words, including the organization’s new executive director Lisa Raffel and Tamalpais High School senior Nimai Hamari. Sponsors included Dodge & Cox, The Larson Family Charitable Trust and the Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation. btgcollegeprep.org $1 to the :

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After a six-year stint in L.A., Harry and Patti Cocciolo returned to Marin in search of a new family home. They had one mandate: “We wanted a place surrounded by nature,” Harry says. “Our L.A. neighborhood felt very urban, lots of freeway noise. Part of the appeal of moving back was the opportunity for more privacy and space.”

The couple looked at dozens of homes before stumbling upon a Dutch colonial on an acreand-a-half property dotted with old-growth trees. The home itself was charming but quirky. Despite its oddities, the pair agreed that, with a little vision, this diamond in the rough could be transformed into something special.

After investing in a few minor cosmetic upgrades, Harry, Patti and their two boys

moved in. They had ambitious home-improvement plans, but all were wants, not needs. So, they felt no urgency to get going.

But then Patti returned home one day to discover a massive plumbing leak. “Suddenly we had all this water damage,” Harry explains. Rather than see this turn of events as a catastrophe, they embraced it as an opportunity. The time was right to gut and modernize the 65-year-old structure.

The couple didn’t have to scramble to put together their design team. They simply dialed up Julie Brown, principal at Re:Design in Mill Valley and a close family friend. “We had complete trust that Julie would help us remake the house into a space that would look great and work well for our family of four,” Harry says.

After the couple agreed on the budget

and scope, Julie reached out to an architect, Daniel Weaver of the Mill Valley-based fi rm 361 Architecture. The design he came up with called for a 327-square-foot bump-out to create a great room with two floor-to-ceiling glass walls, which look out at nothing but trees and wildlife. The east wall opens up, allowing for a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. Part of what was previously a small family room became a home office.

The home’s front entry also got a make over. “The way the house sat on the site,

Who needs curtains when your floor-to-ceiling windows look out at nothing but trees and wildlife? Below: The Cocciolo family home prior to the remodel.

THE DETAILS

WHERE IT IS: The Bald Hill Neighborhood of San Anselmo

WHAT IT IS: A three-bedroom, twoand-a-half-bath industrial farm house

ARCHITECT: Daniel Weaver of 361 Architecture in Mill Valley

INTERIOR DESIGNER: Julie Brown of Re:Design in Mill Valley

CONTRACTOR: Kamran Misaghi of Kami Construction in Albany

there was no obvious path to the front door,” Weaver explains. “We corrected this by cre ating an inviting front porch and adding a gravel path that guides you from the front gate to the front door.”

All three bedrooms were also reworked, though it was the couple’s master suite that changed most dramatically. A walk-through closet was added for additional storage. And the master bath was gutted and enlarged to make room for his-and-hers sinks.

Design-wise, the team embraced old and

new materials to pay homage to the home’s original design. “We intentionally added a few rustic and industrial details,” Julie says. Salvaged wood boards from the original house were used to create a barn door for the office. Instead of wrapping a steel I-beam in sheet rock, it was left exposed. Steel accents were also used atop a peninsula credenza that separates the kitchen from the new great

room, and on the fi replace surround. The laundry room and kitchen are the last spaces that need improving. The Cocciolos are currently discussing the next phase of remodeling with Brown and Weaver to build on all the success they’ve achieved so far.

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Denberg is a Marin-based freelance writer and interior design devotee.

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First page: A gravel path connects the front gate to the home’s inviting new front

A steel fireplace surround is intentionally rustic.

Bifold glass doors blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living.

MILL VALLEY

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-Sandy Armstrong, Executive Director, Marin Rowing Association

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What a difference a year makes:

The photograph for our June 2020 cover was taken in the middle of the day on a Sunday last year, during lockdown. On a normal day, on a normal year, 112,000 vehicles cross the bridge. During the pandemic, a fraction of this number made the trip, according to the Golden Gate Bridge Authority. When this issue hit homes across the county, the Black Lives Matter movement was in full swing, due to George Floyd’s murder on May 25, 2020. It was a turning point for our nation, county and for us at the magazine. We were able to attend and report on a peaceful protest here in Marin City, which appeared the July the coverline "Summer of Change". And it was. Mimi Towle

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